SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE (SOCI)
College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Justice and Society Studies
O’Shaughnessy Education Center (OEC) 431, (651) 962-5630
Smith (chair), Gladney (Law Enforcement Education Coordinator), Karraker, Kinney; Bruton, Caldie, Davis, Goldstein, Maddox, Plesha, Schuth,
Sociology and Criminal Justice Department Web Site
Sociology is the scientific study of society and social relations. A major in sociology provides knowledge and skills applicable to careers in business, education, government, law, public health, public policy, and social service. Additionally, an undergraduate degree prepares students for graduate study in sociology and other closely related fields.
Students who graduate with a major in sociology will understand the methodological and theoretical foundations of sociology and possess skills to apply this knowledge in a practical way. They will have the opportunity to specialize in crime and criminology, family and the life course, inequalities and stratification, and work and organizations. We also offer courses with comparative perspectives on global issues such as crime, gender, and religion. The sociology curriculum reflects the breadth of the discipline, its place in the liberal arts tradition, and the application of sociological theories and methods to the critical issues and problems facing societies today.
Students who graduate with a major in criminal justice will know the main components of the criminal and juvenile justice systems and will know the basics of criminal law and criminal procedure in the U.S. justice system. They will have the tools to understand the long standing and current dilemmas faced by society in trying to develop and maintain an effective and just criminal justice system. They will be prepared for employment in the field of criminal justice, including corrections or law enforcement. Students will also be prepared to work as a crime victim advocate, crime research analyst, or work in agencies focused on social injustice work related to the criminal justice field.
Sociology and criminal justice majors pursue graduate and professional degrees in sociology and criminology, as well as business, law, public health, public policy, social work, and other fields. The Sociology and Criminal Justice Department and faculty also provide intensive support for students who wish to engage in individual research and preparation for graduate and professional school, as well as internships and career development.
A sociology major or minor is a strong complement to studies in American culture and difference, business administration (especially human resources, management, marketing), Catholic studies, family studies, international studies, communication and journalism, geography, justice and peace studies, legal studies, political science, psychology, social sciences, social work, urban studies, and women’s studies.
Sociology majors and minors are encouraged to take advantage of HECUA, study abroad, and other special learning opportunities. Specific courses may substitute for St. Thomas requirements. Students should consult with their academic adviser, the department chair, or a study abroad advisor in the International Education Center for program options. Also, see Academic Information & Programs in the front section of this catalog for more information.
Students majoring in sociology or criminal justice must take a minimum of 16 credits in sociology from St. Thomas. Sociology and criminal justice minors need a minimum of 8 sociology credits from St. Thomas.
Sociology Honor Society
The Iota Chapter of Minnesota of Alpha Kappa Delta, the international sociology honor society, was chartered at the University of St. Thomas in 1991. The purpose of the society is to promote an interest in the study of sociology, research of social problems, and such other social and intellectual activities as will lead to improvement in the human condition. Membership is open to juniors and seniors who have completed at least sixteen credits in sociology registered through the university, who are officially declared majors or minors in sociology, criminal justice, the sociology concentration of social science, or social studies and who have a minimum overall grade point average in the top 35th of their class and who have maintained a 3.0 grade point average in sociology courses taken at the University of St. Thomas.
Major in Sociology
- SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 210 Research Methods in Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 220 Sociological Analysis (4 credits)
- SOCI 474 Sociological Theory and Praxis: The Capstone Experience (4 credits)
Plus four credits from the following:
- SOCI 350 Social Inequality: Privilege and Power (4 credits)
- SOCI 365 Social Psychology (4 credits)
- SOCI 366 Self and Society (4 credits)
Plus:
- Twenty additional credits in Sociology (eight of which must be 300-level or higher)
Strongly recommended:
It is recommended that students take the following courses in this order:
- MATH 101 Finite Mathematics (4 credits) (or adequate substitute) in the first year
- SOCI 210 Research Methods in Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 220 Sociological Analysis (4 credits)
Finally, we recommend that students begin the SOCI 210/220 sequence during their sophomore year. This sequence must be completed by the end of the junior year. Students who have a double major in sociology and psychology and complete SOCI 210, PSYC 212, and STAT 220 may contact the department chair to waive SOCI 220.
Major in Criminal Justice
The program in criminal justice provides students with an understanding of the entire criminal justice system while at the same time allowing them to take specific courses in an area of special interest.
The program emphasizes the interrelationships among the various components of the criminal justice system (e.g., law enforcement, prosecution, courts and corrections) and examines how they deal with adult offenders and juvenile delinquents.
The major reflects the interdisciplinary nature of criminal justice. It provides a concentration of courses which prepares students for careers in such areas as policing, private security, probation, parole and corrections. It also prepares students for advanced study in criminology, criminal justice and law.
The criminal justice program at St. Thomas, in conjunction with Alexandria Technical College, is accredited by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). This program prepares students for the peace officer licensing examination. Students who intend to take the examination must also complete SOCI 251 and PSYC 111. Please contact the department’s Law Enforcement Education Coordinator for more information.
- SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 200 Introduction to Criminal and Juvenile Justice (4 credits)
- SOCI 210 Research Methods in Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 220 Sociological Analysis (4 credits)
- SOCI 312 Crime and Delinquency (4 credits)
- SOCI 344 Police and Society (4 credits)
- SOCI 346 Corrections in America: Prisons, Probation and Parole (4 credits)
- SOCI 480 Seminar in Criminal Justice (4 credits)
- CJUS 342 Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure (4 credits)
Electives -- Plus eight credits (two courses) from the following (at least one course must be SOCI or CJUS):
- SOCI 130 Homicide (4 credits)
- SOCI 251 Race and Ethnicity (4 credits)
- SOCI 280 Hate Crimes (4 credits)
- SOCI 297 Special Topics (4 credits) (topics will vary; can only register for the same topic once)
- SOCI 478 Experiential Learning (4 credits)
- SOCI 495 Individualized Study (4 credits)
- CJUS 345 Police Operations (4 credits)
- CJUS 347 Correctional Practice and Administration (4 credits)
- SOWK 291 Anatomy of Violence (4 credits)
- PSYC 207 Alcohol, Other Drugs and Behavior (4 credits)
- PSYC 301 Psychopathology (4 credits)
- POLS 312 Judicial Process (4 credits)
- POLS 314 Constitutional Rights and Liberties (4 credits)
Strongly recommended:
- SOCI 251 Race and Ethnicity (4 credits)
In addition, it is recommended that students take the following courses in this order:
- MATH 101 Finite Mathematics (4 credits) (or adequate substitute) in the first year
- SOCI 210 Research Methods in Sociology (4 credits) in first semester sophomore year
- SOCI 220 Sociological Analysis (4 credits) in second semester sophomore year
Note: Students with a double major in sociology and psychology who have completed SOCI 210, PSYC 212 and STAT 220 may contact the department chair to waive SOCI 220.
Note: Students choosing to double major in sociology and criminal justice are limited to five courses that can be applied to both majors. Only the following courses may count toward requirements in both majors: SOCI 100, 200, 210, 220 and one of the following 312, 344, 346.
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Elementary Education with a Specialty in Social Studies (5-8)
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Minor in Sociology
- SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology (4 credits)
Plus at least four credits from the following:
- SOCI 210 Research Methods in Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 350 Social Inequality: Privilege and Power (4 credits)
- SOCI 365 Social Psychology (4 credits)
- SOCI 366 Self and Society (4 credits)
Plus twelve additional credits from the list above or below:
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SOCI 110 Social Problems (4 credits)
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SOCI 130 Homicide (4 credits)
- SOCI 220 Sociological Analysis (4 credits)
- SOCI 251 Race and Ethnicity (4 credits)
- SOCI 304 Adolescence in Society (4 credits)
- SOCI 312 Crime and Delinquency (4 credits)
- SOCI 315 Gender, Culture, and Society (4 Credits)
- SOCI 321 Marriages and Families (4 credits)
- SOCI 330 Religion in American Society (4 credits)
- SOCI 332 Urban Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 341 Work, Organizations, and Society (4 credits)
- *SOCI 344 Police and Society (4 credits)
- *SOCI 346 Corrections in America: Prisons, Probation, Parole (4 credit)
- SOCI 353 Global Perspectives on Gender (4 credits)
- SOCI 354 Sex in Society (4 credits)
- SOCI 380 Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Religion in Society (4 credits)
- SOCI 474 Sociological Theory and Praxis: The Capstone Experience (4 credits)
- SOCI 495 Individual Study (4 credits)
*Both SOCI 344 and 346 have SOCI 200 as a prerequisite. SOCI 200 does NOT count toward the SOCI minor.
Minor in Criminal Justice
- SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology (4 credits)
- SOCI 200 Introduction to Criminal and Juvenile Justice (4 credits)
- SOCI 312 Crime and Delinquency (4 credits)
Plus eight credits from the following, at least four of which must be in sociology:
- SOCI 130 Homicide
- SOCI 280 Hate Crimes
- SOCI 297 Special Topics (topics will vary; may not enroll in same topic course more than once)
- SOCI 344 Police and Society
- SOCI 346 Corrections in America: Prisons, Probation and Parole
- CJUS 342 Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure
- CJUS 345 Police Operations
- CJUS 347 Correctional Practices and Administration
- POLS 312 Judicial Process
Note: Students wishing to combine a major in either Sociology or Criminal Justice with a minor in the other field may do so. However, the major and minor may not have more than eight credits or two courses in common. Non-majors can also earn a minor in Sociology and minor in Criminal Justice. However, the two minors many not have more than eight credits in common.
Sociology Undergraduate Courses
| Course Number | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOCI 100 | Intro to Sociology | 4 | |
| Description of course Intro to Sociology : | Introduction to the concepts, theories, methods and applications of the scientific study of society and social concerns. Enables students to understand the connections between the individual and larger social and cultural forces. Heightens awareness of the diversity of American and other societies. | ||
| SOCI 110 | Social Problems | 4 | |
| Description of course Social Problems : | Contemporary society is confronted with a number of serious problems that are often global in their impact. This course explores the causes, effects, and proposed solutions to some of these major social issues. Special attention is given to issues of inequality (such as racism, sexism, and poverty) and problems in core institutions (such as family violence, unequal educational opportunities, and unemployment). This course meets a requirement in the Justice and Peace Studies program. | ||
| SOCI 130 | Homicide | 4 | |
| Description of course Homicide : | Homicide is considered one of the most serious violent crime . This course takes a sociological approach to examine the nature and extent of homicide with a focus on the history of homicide, the trends in homicide, and the patterns and sources of homicide. In addition to addressing more typical situations resulting in murder, such as domestic violence, the course will cover serial murder and mass murders. | ||
| SOCI 200 | Intro to Criminal Justice | 4 | |
| Description of course Intro to Criminal Justice : | This course provides an introduction to the U.S. criminal justice system and the notions of justice within this system. Students explore the historical and current roles of police, courts and corrections within the criminal legal system, and are introduced to explanations of crime and topics such as wrongful convictions, capital punishment and more. This course meets a requirement in the Justice and Peace Studies program. | ||
| SOCI 210 | Research Methods in Soc | 4 | |
| Description of course Research Methods in Soc : | Consideration of both quantitative and qualitative strategies for each stage of the research process. Emphasis is on the skills required to design and successfully perform research projects: selection of topics, development and testing of hypotheses, collection and analysis of data and reporting of findings. Data entry and recoding with SPSS will also be introduced. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 | ||
| SOCI 220 | Sociological Analysis | 4 | |
| Description of course Sociological Analysis : | Methods of data analysis and hypothesis testing within the social sciences with an emphasis on sociological and criminal justice research questions. Emphasis is placed on applied statistics as employed in sociology with skill development in the use of data processing techniques and SPSS, the computer statistical package commonly employed by contemporary sociologists in the full range of research settings. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, confidence intervals, independent samples t-test, analysis of variance, chi-square, correlation, regression, and quantitative reasoning. Students may not substitute STAT 220 for SOCI 220. Prerequisite: SOCI 210 and MATH 101, 105, 108, 109, 111,113 or STAT 220. | ||
| SOCI 243 | Individual Study | 2 OR 4 | |
| Description of course Individual Study : | No description is available. | ||
| SOCI 251 | Race and Ethnicity | 4 | |
| Description of course Race and Ethnicity : | Race and ethnicity as significant components of U.S. social structure; the cognitive and normative aspects of culture which maintain and effect varying manifestations of social distance, tension, prejudice and discrimination between majority and minorities at both micro and macro levels, nationally and internationally. This course meets a requirement in American Cultural Studies and Justice and Peace Studies. Prerequisite: sophomore standing | ||
| SOCI 269 | Research | 2 OR 4 | |
| Description of course Research : | No description is available. | ||
| SOCI 275 | Born this way? | 4 | |
| Description of course Born this way? : | While discussions of gender and its social construction have become common in our culture, there is less discussion of whether there are actually binary “biological sexes” that impact those conversations. In addition, while we have made many inclusive efforts in understanding the LGBTQIA+ community, our larger society correlates sexual orientation to biology leaving us to ask: are queer folks born that way and does it stay fixed throughout our lives? This course explores the convergence of sociology and biology in how we define gender, sex, sexual orientation, and sexual behavior as continua instead of binaries as once previously believed. Topics are examined in developmental order from conception to adulthood and include current issues relevant to the LGBTQIA+ community and society at-large. The course also considers these topics in non-human animals to ask ‘what is normal?’ in nature. This will be a BIOL - SOCI crosslisted course. | ||
| SOCI 280 | Hate Crimes | 4 | |
| Description of course Hate Crimes : | Although hate crimes have long existed in the United States, the term "hate crime" is a relatively new addition to the social, political, and legal domains. This course examines the institutionalization of hate crime law within our legal system and explores the complexities surrounding the development and enforcement of hate crime laws. This course also examines the causes, manifestations, and consequences of hate crimes, and the effectivess of formal and informal social controls in combating these crimes. | ||
| SOCI 285 | Soc Policy in a Changing World | 4 | |
| Description of course Soc Policy in a Changing World : | This course provides an overview of the concepts, debates and theories of global social policy, the key actors and policy-making processes, and the different approaches to social policy within different global contexts. It examines the major trends and challenges facing social policy in today’s rapidly changing world and the values on which they are based as well as key critiques of those trends. Locating social policy within the context of globalization processes, this course explores a deeper understanding of the major challenges facing the global community, including poverty, inequality, education, health care, unemployment, population, migration, refugee resettlement, human trafficking, climate change, environmental governance, the growing influence of digital technologies, and the changing nature of work. The course explores the roles of international organizations, such as the United Nations, the World Bank, the World Health Organization, transnational corporations, international non-governmental organizations, and transnational advocacy networks in shaping global social policy. This course will equip students with the knowledge and skills to analyze global social policy issues and to be policy leaders in this context. | ||
| SOCI 297 | Topics | 4 | |
| Description of course Topics : | The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule | ||
| SOCI 298 | Topics | 4 | |
| Description of course Topics : | The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule | ||
| SOCI 301 | General Anthropology | 4 | |
| Description of course General Anthropology : | This course provides an overview of various components and dynamics of human societies throughout the world. It focuses on topics such as kinship patterns, language, religion, artistic expression, technology and economic/political organization. Major consideration is given to the practical significance of expanding intercultural awareness. This course fulfills a requirement in the Justice and Peace Studies program. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 or SOCI 110 | ||
| SOCI 304 | Adolescence in Society | 4 | |
| Description of course Adolescence in Society : | The transition between childhood and adulthood is examined using a general sociological framework and including life course, socioeconomic, and systems theories. Particular attention is given to the social construction of adolescence; institutional contexts (family, education, employment) of adolescent relationships with parents, peers, and others; gender and sexual socialization in society; cultures of achievement and risk; social diversity. This course meets a requirement in Family Studies and in Women's Studies. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 or permission of the instructor | ||
| SOCI 312 | Crime and Delinquency | 4 | |
| Description of course Crime and Delinquency : | Why do people commit crime? Why do crime rates vary over time? Why do some communities and societies have more crime than others? This course focuses on sociological theories and research that are designed to answer these questions. It addresses various types of crime including homicide, corporate crime, drug use, gangs and domestic violence and hate crime. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 or permission of the instructor | ||
| SOCI 315 | Gender, Culture & Society | 4 | |
| Description of course Gender, Culture & Society : | This course will examine how gender is socially constructed throughout the life-course in American society. An emphasis on social problems related to gender will also be examined on both an individual and structural level, while utilizing historical and modern theoretical perspectives. Topics for study include current sociological research on masculinities, sexual assault, sex trafficking, objectification and the intersections of identity around race/class and sexuality. This course meets a requirement in Women Studies and American Culture and Difference. | ||
| SOCI 321 | Global Marriages and Families | 4 | |
| Description of course Global Marriages and Families : | This course explores the transformation of family life in the modern world through a global lens. Specific topics we will cover include dating and mate selection, love and romance, cohabitation, marriage, divorce, and parenting. We will examine how broader social forces such as globalization, technological development, and race/class/gender inequalities have affected intimate relationships. Some of the questions we will discuss include: How are seemingly personal matters such as love and sex shaped by global economics and politics? What are some of the new desires, pleasures, and emotions that have emerged in the 21st century and through what processes are they circulated as commodities across cultural and geographical borders? This course explores family formation both within and outside the U.S. and encourages students to consider themselves part of a complex and fast-changing global environment. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 or permission of the instructor | ||
| SOCI 330 | Religion in American Society | 4 | |
| Description of course Religion in American Society : | Theoretical and empirical examination of the sociological dimensions of religion, with a special emphasis on the religious situation in America. Topics include diverse religious expressions and values of each religion, including Christian denominations and other world religions with members living in the U.S., for example, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism, as well as cultural contexts, organizational structures, individual religiosity, and emerging new forms. This course meets a requirement in Catholic Studies. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 | ||
| SOCI 332 | Urban Sociology | 4 | |
| Description of course Urban Sociology : | The study of the social organization of urban areas. Topics include the historical development of cities, interaction patterns in neighborhoods, cities and metropolitan areas, community power structures, and urban problems. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 | ||
| SOCI 341 | Work and Occupations | 4 | |
| Description of course Work and Occupations : | This course provides students with knowledge about the importance and role of work and organizations in society and in our everyday lives. Key topics include conflict in organizations, occupational choice and prestige, social control in work environments, the labor movement, the "McDonaldization" of the work environment and American culture, the clash between personal and organizational life, and many others. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 | ||
| SOCI 344 | Police and Society | 4 | |
| Description of course Police and Society : | An overview of the history of policing and the emergence of modern policing in democratic societies. This course takes a sociological approach in examining the changing roles and organizations of police, police socialization and police subculture as well as the impact of different organizational structures on service delivery. Topics include police conduct, community policing, professionalization of the police, ethical decision making in law enforcement and evidence-based policing. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 and SOCI 200 | ||
| SOCI 346 | Critical Issues in Corrections | 4 | |
| Description of course Critical Issues in Corrections : | This course critically examines the U.S. correctional system, including jails, prisons and community-based alternatives. Students examine the historical context of corrections, theories of punishment, and various correctional policies and practices and their impact on individuals and society. Topics include mass incarceration, reentry, restorative justice and more. Prerequisites: SOCI 100 and SOCI 200 | ||
| SOCI 350 | Social Inequality:Priv & Power | 4 | |
| Description of course Social Inequality:Priv & Power : | This course identifies and investigates the following topics: general principles of stratification, theoretical explanations by which inequality emerges and is maintained, the relationship between social class and other forms of inequality in the United States including gender, race, and changes in social hierarchy over time. The course will explore issues such as poverty, welfare, occupational prestige, meritocracy, and class prestige. Although primary focus is on the United States, the course also examines global inequality. Prerequisites: SOCI 100 or SOCI 110 and must be Junior or Senior Standing. | ||
| SOCI 354 | Sex in Society | 4 | |
| Description of course Sex in Society : | Sexuality as a social construction is explored with a specific focus on cultural and institutional influences including the family, economy, religion, government, and the media. Current research findings are discussed within the context of historical change in American sexual behavior, attitudes and research methodologies. This course meets a requirement in Family Studies. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 or 110 | ||
| SOCI 365 | Social Psychology | 4 | |
| Description of course Social Psychology : | This course provides a general survey of major social psychological theories and research. Topics include selfhood, socialization, conformity/deviance, attitudes, gender roles, and intergroup/intragroup dynamics. Through exposure to real life settings and simulations, students will explore key questions such as "What attracts us to each other?, "How do we respond to deviant behavior?" and, "Why do we conform?". This course meets a requirement in the Justice and Peace Studies program. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 or SOCI 110 | ||
| SOCI 366 | Self and Society | 4 | |
| Description of course Self and Society : | In what ways does the world around us shape who we are as individuals? This course exposes learners to the ways in various social forces such as family, social class, mass media, and school shape our lives. It includes the influence of "micro" elements of social structure (such as socialization processes and small groups), "macro" elements of social structure (organizations, communities and society), and important sociological concepts (inequality, power, conflict, social control, etc.). | ||
| SOCI 380 | Cross-Cult Persp on Rel in Soc | 4 | |
| Description of course Cross-Cult Persp on Rel in Soc : | This course considers the relationship between religion and society on a world-wide basis. It examines why people are religious and how the beliefs and practices of various religious traditions have influenced family life, education, morality, politics, and other social dimensions of life. The course includes discussion of all the major religious traditions, such as Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 or SOCI 110 | ||
| SOCI 389 | Research | 2 OR 4 | |
| Description of course Research : | No description is available. | ||
| SOCI 393 | Individual Study | 2 OR 4 | |
| Description of course Individual Study : | No description is available. | ||
| SOCI 398 | Topics | 0 TO 4 | |
| Description of course Topics : | The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule | ||
| SOCI 405 | Internship in Criminal Justice | 4 | |
| Description of course Internship in Criminal Justice : | This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to apply academic training in a criminal justice setting. Students will spend a minimum of 10 hours per week in an agency or organization directly involved in some aspect of criminal justice. Students will be supervised by an on-site supervisor. They also will participate in a weekly meeting with other interns and a St. Thomas faculty member. Prerequisites: SOCI 200, 210, 320, and permission of the instructor | ||
| SOCI 474 | Soci Theory & Praxis: Capstone | 4 | |
| Description of course Soci Theory & Praxis: Capstone : | An examination of classical and contemporary theories in sociology, including functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interaction. Theories are explored in an applied manner to develop the ability to understand/solve social problems and issues in a sociological context. Key sociological principles and concepts will be utilized in the completion of a significant scholarly research project. Careers and preparation for graduate school will also be addressed. Prerequisite: SOCI 100 and SOCI 210 and 80 completed credits. | ||
| SOCI 476 | Experiential Learning | 1 TO 4 | |
| Description of course Experiential Learning : | No description is available. | ||
| SOCI 480 | Seminar in Criminal Justice | 4 | |
| Description of course Seminar in Criminal Justice : | The senior seminar serves as a capstone experience for students to address several central issues in the study of crime and justice. The major focus is to build upon students knowledge from previous courses with a focus upon an integration of knowledge from material learned throughout the major. Students will complete a final project that demonstrates an in-depth understanding of a criminal justice topic that could lead to future work in the criminal justice field. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor | ||
| SOCI 489 | Topics | 4 | |
| Description of course Topics : | The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule | ||
| SOCI 490 | Topics | 4 | |
| Description of course Topics : | The subject matter of these courses will vary from year to year, but will not duplicate existing courses. Descriptions of these courses are available in the Searchable Class Schedule on Murphy Online, View Searchable Class Schedule | ||
| SOCI 491 | Individual Research | 2 OR 4 | |
| Description of course Individual Research : | No description is available. | ||
| SOCI 495 | Individual Study | 2 OR 4 | |
| Description of course Individual Study : | No description is available. | ||
Criminal Justice Undergraduate Courses
| Course Number | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJUS 342 | Criminal Law and Procedure | 4 | |
| Description of course Criminal Law and Procedure : | This course provides an overview of the key elements of criminal law and criminal procedure. Topics include the purpose of criminal law, criminal responsibility and intent. In addition, the legal elements of crimes will be addressed. The course also examines the importance of due process and constitutional protections for persons accused and convicted of crime. A major focus of the course is Minnesota statutes and procedures. | ||
| CJUS 345 | Police Operations | 4 | |
| Description of course Police Operations : | An overview of police organization and practices with a special emphasis on policing in the state of Minnesota. Topics include patrol practices, criminal investigation, crime scene investigation, crisis intervention, use of force , and ethical codes in law enforcement. This course is designed for students who are completing POST requirement to become a licensed police officer in the state of Minnesota. Prerequisite: SOCI 200 | ||
| CJUS 347 | Correctional Practice | 4 | |
| Description of course Correctional Practice : | This course examines the role of court services and corrections practitioners in the criminal justice system from presentence evaluations to ultimate release in the community. The focus is on corrections practices and the management of offenders within both institutional and community correctional settings and the administration of these organizations. There is a special emphasis on corrections in the state of Minnesota. Topics include correctional management, risk and needs assessment, programming options, and ethical codes in corrections. Prerequisite: SOCI 200 | ||
| CJUS 476 | Experiential Learning | 1 TO 4 | |
| Description of course Experiential Learning : | This course is for practical training for undergraduate students. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor | ||
| CJUS 495 | Individual Study | 2 OR 4 | |
| Description of course Individual Study : | No description is available. | ||