Apr 25, 2024  
2019-20 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-20 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 

Communication Studies

  
  • COMM 4643 - Challenges in Interpersonal Communication #


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    Description: This course will investigate interpersonal communication from  a theoretical (i.e., not an experiential) perspective and will seek to identify contemporary trends within the context of human relationships.  Typical topics will include, but not be limited to:  the role of imagined interactions, constructivism, social information processing theory, information manipulation theory, and relational framing theory.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • COMM 4713 - Communication Ethics#


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    Description: The primary goal of this course is to stimulate a dialogue about the ethics and values inherent to human communication while sampling broadly from the array of ethical frameworks.  This course will review a number of approaches to communication ethics.  In addition, because ethics are central to a number of contexts of human communication, the course will examine the interpersonal, small groups, organizational, public and mass communication contexts.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Cross-listed: M S 4713.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both COMM 4713 and M S 4713.
  
  • COMM 4993 - Senior Thesis


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    Description: This course should be taken after the successful completion of COMM 4603 Research Methods.  Students will complete a significant research project designed to enhance knowledge within the discipline of communication studies.  In order to complete their projects, students will receive input from the instructor and each other through lectures, student reports, progress reports, etc.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Completion of 90 hours, including at least 30 in the major and Faculty Committee permission.
  
  • COMM 5023 - Introduction to Graduate Studies


    CIP Code: 090101

    Description: Course introduces the major content subareas of the communication discipline including interpersonal, organizational, mass media, political, and intercultural through the reading and study of representative works.  Course content includes introduction to the discipline in terms of its common place in higher education institutions, its professional organizations, and its processes for the publications of research.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program.
    Note: UC
  
  • COMM 5093 - Perspectives in Interpersonal Communication


    CIP Code: 090101

    Description: Devoted to an analysis of specific problems and problem areas affecting interpersonal communicative settings; the interview, small group, and dyads. Focus on problem awareness and correctives. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both COMM 4643 Challenges in Interpersonal Communication and COMM 5093 Perspectives in Interpersonal Communication.
    Note: UC
  
  • COMM 5103 - Research Design


    CIP Code: 090101

    Description: The course provides working knowledge in the design of quantitative, qualitative and mixed methodologies commonly used in communication research and the assumptions, practices, and limitations of these designs.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program.
    Note: UC
  
  • COMM 5133 - Instructional Communication


    CIP Code: 090101

    Description: This course provides an overview of issues in communication and instruction, specifically addressing the areas of communication education and critical communication pedagogy. This course is particularly useful for consultants, trainers, and teachers.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both COMM 4223 Leadership Communication and COMM 5133 Instructional Communication.
    Note: UC
  
  • COMM 5363 - Non-Profit Organizational Communication


    CIP Code: 090101

    Description: This course takes a look at communication within non-profit organizations.  Many facets are examined, including marketing, supervision of volunteers and paid personnel, and leadership.  The curriculum will examine both mediated communication as well as face-to-face communication.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program. Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree for both COMM 4443 Organizational Communication and COMM 5363 Non-Profit Organizational Communication.
    Note: UC
  
  • COMM 5620 - Topics in Communication


    CIP Code: 090101

    Description: This course explores a range of topics regarding the nature of human interaction. Topics might include influence, negotiation, dissemination of information, and campaigning as these phenomena occur within the realm of various communication contexts.

    Credit Hours: 1-6
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Must be admitted to the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Degree Program.  Credit may not be earned toward the bachelor’s degree in both COMM 4313 Family Communication and COMM 5623 Topics in Communication with topic: Family Communication.
    Note: UC

Computer Science

  
  • CS 1003 - Computers in Modern Society #


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    Description: This course provides students with fundamental computer skills needed during and after college. Hardware, Software, Windows O/S, File Management, Internet, Email, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access are covered in this course. Students will be introduced to the use of local and wide area networks.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Cross-listed: IS 1003.
    Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed IS 1003 Computers in Modern Society or IS 1133 Fundamentals of Computer Usage.
  
  • CS 1033 - Introduction to Programming


    CIP Code: 110701

    Description: An introduction to computer programming in a modern programming language.  Students will learn how to write programs that solve basic problems, compile, debug, and run these programs.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
  
  • CS 1100 - Topics in Computer Science


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students complete specialized studies in computer science. Course topics and credit hours vary by semester. 

    Credit Hours: 1-4
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of seven credit hours.
  
  • CS 2014 - Computer Science I #


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    Description: The focus is on the problem-solving/software construction process. This will include problem analysis, program design and program coding in modern programming languages. Program style, documentation, algorithms, data structures, procedure and data oriented modularization, component reuse, abstraction, and program verification are introduced early. The primary goal is to motivate and introduce principles and program design in a first course.

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: MATH 1473 Applied Mathematics or concurrent enrollment, MATH 1513 College Algebra or concurrent enrollment, or a Math ACT score of 23 or higher, and computer proficiency.
  
  • CS 2023 - Technology in Modern Society #


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    Description: Designed to help students become aware of the rapidly changing technological developments in our culture and to be better prepared to deal with these effectively in the personal, professional, and social aspects of their lives.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS/IS 1003 Computers in Modern Society.
  
  • CS 2100 - Topics in Computer Science


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    Description: Students complete specialized studies in computer science. Course topics vary by semester.

    Credit Hours: 1-4
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of seven credit hours.
  
  • CS 2163 - Computer Science II #


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    Description: A continuation of CS 2014 Computer Science I emphasizing advanced procedural and structural programming concepts including searching and sorting, recursion, pointers/references, dynamic allocation, file IO, user defined types, and advanced problem solving and program design.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2014 Computer Science I with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • CS 3023 - Object Based Visual Programming


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    Description: This course will introduce visual programming for the graphical user interface and will emphasize object-based program design and implementation using a visual language. Students are introduced to the selection and repetition structures, text files, and string manipulation. This course is highly recommended for any person who wants to get started in computer programming.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS/IS 1003 Computers in Modern Society.
    Cross-listed: IS 3023.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CS 3023 and IS 3023.
  
  • CS 3033 - Object Oriented Programming


    CIP Code: 110899

    Description: Students create programs in an object-oriented language using core libraries and in an integrated development environment.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: Lecture: 3

    Prerequisite: CS 2014 Computer Science I with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • CS 3100 - Selected Topics in Computer Science


    CIP Code: 110701

    Description: Directed study of a selected problem or area in computer science.

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different topics.
  
  • CS 3173 - Basic Computer Architecture


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    Description: Fundamentals of computer architecture, registers, addressing techniques, and symbolic languages. Students write and test program in symbolic languages.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2163 Computer Science II or concurrent enrollment and Math 3023 Discrete Mathematics or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • CS 3203 - Application Development in C++


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    Description: An advanced study of the C++ programming language.  Emphasis is placed on understanding and utilizing C++ programming concepts including:  templates, classes, inheritance, vectors, name scope management, memory management, and recursion.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: A two-course sequence in programming.
  
  • CS 3223 - Programming Languages


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    Description: Fundamentals of language theory and the syntax and semantics of programming languages. Higher level languages are analyzed in terms of their features and their suitability for specific kinds of applications.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2163 Computer Science II and MATH 3023 Discrete Mathematics.
  
  • CS 3343 - Computer Operating Systems #


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    Description: Concepts and facilities of operating systems. Topics covered include system maintenance, multiprogramming, file access methods, and utilities.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3173 Basic Computer Architecture.
  
  • CS 3401 - Honors Research I


    CIP Code:

    Description: Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • CS 3402 - Honors Research II


    CIP Code:

    Description: Research and development of scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3401 Honors Research I.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • CS 3403 - Data Structures #


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    Description: Emphasis is placed on the understanding and manipulation of data structures and the accompanying algorithms that perform the creation and manipulation of these structures. Examples of the use and application of the structures are provided throughout the course, together with guides for the conditions under which one structure or technique should be chosen over another.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: Complete CS 2163 Computer Science II with a minimum grade of C and Math 3023 Discrete Mathematics.
  
  • CS 3623 - Network Security


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    Description: Students will learn network security principles and implementation including basic security services and mechanisms needed to encounter common security attacks.  The course covers public and symmetric encryption, stream cipher, authentication and key exchange algorithms, network monitoring and packet analysis.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2014 Computer Science I.
  
  • CS 3633 - Internet Security


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    Description: The student will learn to identify and defend against common Internet attacks and malicious software.  This course covers SSL/TLS, IPSec, firewalls, access control lists, and intrusion detection systems.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3663 Principles of TCP/IP.
  
  • CS 3643 - Programming for Cyber Security


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    Description: This course covers the essential syntax of a selected programming language commonly used in the cyber security environment.  Students will learn how to develop, assess, modify and execute cyber security applications using the selected language.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2014 Computer Science I.
  
  • CS 3663 - Principles of TCP/IP


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    Description: The course will cover the various layers of the TCP/IP stack and relate them to those of OSI/RM. The course also covers the fundamentals of communication networks, including TCP/IP standards, services, protocols, concepts, and implementations. Concentrating on the client server model and exploring the architectural design and operation of contemporary network cooperating systems, the course incorporates key concepts of packet switched data networks, network architecture, IP addressing, routing, transport protocols, HTTP, and voice over IP. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: One 2000 level or higher course in CS or IS.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CS 3663 and TCM 3663.
  
  • CS 4023 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence


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    Description: This course introduces the principles underlying the field of Artificial Intelligence. The specific topics are: Problem solving, including game playing, first order logic and inference, decision making under uncertainty, and learning and belief networks. The course will have programming exercises and projects to build and add capabilities to intelligent agents.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3403 Data Structures or CS advisor permision.
  
  • CS 4100 - Advanced Selected Topics in Computer Science


    CIP Code:

    Description: Directed study of a selected problem or topic in computer science.

    Credit Hours: 1-6
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of twelve credit hours.
  
  • CS 4113 - Computer Science Internship


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    Description: An opportunity for students to obtain on-the-job experience. The student must be accepted as an intern by an approved organization and be employed full-time for at least eight weeks in a supervised position in computer science.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: Completion of at least two of the courses CS 3033 Object Oriented Programming, CS 3173 Basic Computer Architecture, CS 3343 Computer Operating Systems, and CS 3403 Data Structures.
    Restrictions: Department Chair permission.
  
  • CS 4143 - Web Applications


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    Description: An introduction to the development of distributed N-tier applications implemented on networks using the hypertext transfer protocol. Topics include application layer of the TCP/IP stack, developing thin-client applications and rich-client applications using tools such as CGI scripts, Java servlets, ECMA Scripting languages, DHTML, XML, cascading style sheets and others.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2163 Computer Science II.
  
  • CS 4203 - Software Engineering


    CIP Code: 110201

    Description: Students will learn concepts, techniques, and tools involved in the software development life cycle. Topics include alternative techniques in structured and object-oriented software development methods with emphasis on Unified Modeling Language (UML), software project planning, software metrics, software quality, documentation, and testing.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3033 Object Oriented Programming with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • CS 4223 - Game Programming


    CIP Code:

    Description: An introduction to game programming using a high level programming language and one of the current graphics application programming interfaces.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2163 Computer Science II and MATH 3023 Discrete Mathematics.
    Cross-listed: MATH 4223.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CS 4223 and MATH 4223 Computer Graphics.
  
  • CS 4233 - Professional Development in Computer Science


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    Description: Students will investigate a topic, apply cumulative knowledge, and use appropriate tools, techniques, and principles in completing a project that has been selected and/or approved by the instructor.  Students will perform 20 hours of service learning to the university or to the community as approved by the instructor.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 4203 Software Engineering.
    Restrictions: Computer Science major with senior standing and instructor approval at least 30 days prior to course start date.
    Note: The course may be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours with the approval of the instructor, provided that the six hours are spent on a single project of sufficient complexity.
  
  • CS 4253 - Windows Programming


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    Description: Advanced application programming in the Windows Operating System using a high-level programming language in association with the latest Windows Application Programming Interface.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3033 Object Oriented Programming, CS 3203 Application Development in C++, or CS 3403 Data Structures.
  
  • CS 4343 - Database Management Systems


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    Description: An introduction to the theory, logical design, implementation, and manipulation of relational, object, and emerging database management systems. Topics include data modeling, normalization, query languages, and design theory.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2163 Computer Science II and MATH 3023 Discrete Mathematics.
  
  • CS 4363 - Data Mining


    CIP Code:

    Description: An introductory course in discovering patterns in large data sets.  Topics include data mining applications, data preparation, data reduction, statistical analysis, machine learning, and database techniques.  The student will use software to implement several data mining techniques such as classification, association, and clustering.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 4343 Database Management Systems.
  
  • CS 4401 - Honors Research IV


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    Description: All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other students are expected to attend.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 4402 Honors Research III.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • CS 4402 - Honors Research III


    CIP Code:

    Description: Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3402 Honors Research II.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • CS 4463 - Translation Applications


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    Description: An introduction to the basic elements of formal language theory: regular expressions, automata, and grammars. The theory will be applied to relevant applications such as programming languages, natural language, and/or web publishing languages, HTML and XML.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 2163 Computer Science II and MATH 3023 Discrete Mathematics.
  
  • CS 4553 - Parallel Programming


    CIP Code:

    Description: An introduction to parallel programming using the latest parallel programming paradigms.  Emphasis is placed on analysis, design and implementation of parallel programs.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3403 Data Structures and MATH 3023 Discrete Mathematics.

Criminal Justice

  
  • CR J 1013 - Introduction to Criminal Justice #


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    Description: An examination of the major components of the Criminal Justice system - law enforcement, courts and corrections - including historical and social perspectives; the roles and functions of various agencies; and the processes involved in the administration of justice.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 1513 - Introduction to Paralegalism #


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    Description: An introduction to the legal system and the paralegal profession. Course familiarizes the student with the foundations and fundamental concepts associated with legal research, litigation and trial practice for the paralegal, civil and criminal procedures, torts, contracts, judicial remedies, estate planning and basic constitutional law.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3000 - Mock Trial


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    Description: This course involves students adopting the roles of both lawyers and witnesses in “mock” civil and criminal cases.  Students will be expected to participate at local, regional, and national competitions, and in doing so will acquire first-hand knowledge of what it is like to be both an attorney arguing a case before a judge, and a witness on the stand providing testimony. In addition, students will gain valuable experience in preparing opening statements and closing arguments, writing briefs, cross-examining witnesses, and providing authentic, credible testimony.

    Credit Hours: 1-6
    Contact Hours:

    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours.
  
  • CR J 3013 - Criminal Law I #


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    Description: The basic concepts of the theory of substantive criminal law including sources, classification of crimes, anticipatory offenses, parties to crime, uncompleted crimes, criminal liability and defenses.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3023 - Criminal Law II #


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    Description: An examination of the nature of the criminal acts of substantive criminal law including defining the necessary elements and punishments of each act.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3033 - Survey in American Policing


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    Description: Students learn the basic tenets of American policing. Topics of interest include history, policing practices, contemporary trends, and strategies in law enforcement.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • CR J 3043 - Police Systems #


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    Description: Police systems established in America and abroad; divisions and subdivisions with responsibilities and functions of each. Contrasting of structures, with a view of transitions.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3053 - Criminal Justice Organizations and Management


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    Description: Theoretical and practical aspects of the management and organization of Criminal Justice agencies. Current theories, research, problems and new managerial perspectives.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3073 - Criminal Justice Supervision


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    Description: A systematic view of Criminal Justice organizations focusing specifically on the supervisory role. Topics covered include: nature of the organizations, supervisory role, motivation, leadership, planning, personnel deployment, decision making, dealing with employee stress, counseling, discipline, performance evaluation, and managing change.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3083 - Criminal Procedure #


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    Description: Rules, principles, and concepts governing the enforcement of arrest, search, and seizure. Procedural controls incidental to the investigation of criminal offenses - arrest, search, and seizures in the administration of justice.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3093 - Writing for Justice Studies Professionals


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    Description: This course continues developing research and writing skills with a focus on specific issues and readings within criminal jusstice.  This course emphasizes analytic inquiry, researching appropriate academic sources, community responsibility within the context of criminal justice, APA citation format and composition.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3103 - Introduction to Security


    CIP Code:

    Description: An analysis of major security concerns in business and industry. Identification and evaluating of techniques, hardware, and personnel utilized to reduce and eliminate security problems.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3123 - Forensics I


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    Description: The scope and methods of forensic science. Topics covered include the basics of the crime scene, physical evidence, physical properties, glass, soil, hair fibers, paint and drugs.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3133 - Police Operations I


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    Description: Identification of functional units within police organizations, resource allocation, and measures of program effectiveness. Special emphasis will be placed on the patrol function, crime analysis, the role of police in accident prevention and traffic safety, and innovative programs.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3153 - Criminal Justice Community Relations #


    CIP Code:

    Description: Basic concepts and principles of community relations with major emphasis on understanding human beings and how to utilize this information in a practical way.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3213 - Criminal Investigation #


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    Description: An overview of the investigative process from first responder through the follow-up investigation and case preparation. Practical exercises in the basics of crime scene photography, sketching, and locating and collecting physical evidence associated with various crimes may be included.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3223 - Evidence


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    Description: An analysis of the rules of evidence with an emphasis on the conceptual and definitional issues of admissibility, relevancy, materiality, weight, burden of proof, presumptions, types of evidence, judicial notice, evidentiary privileges, best evidence, opinion evidence, and hearsay evidence and its exceptions.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3233 - Police Operations II #


    CIP Code:

    Description: A continuation of CR J 3133 Police Operations I including motor vehicle laws, crash investigation and DUI enforcement.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3313 - Native American Criminal Justice #


    CIP Code:

    Description: An examination of the major components of the Native American Criminal Justice System including historical and social perspectives, the roles and functions of various agencies, and the processes involved in the administration of American Indian Law.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Cross-listed: AIS 3313.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 3313 and CR J 3313.
  
  • CR J 3343 - Corrections #


    CIP Code:

    Description: A survey of corrections. Topics include correctional issues, ideologies, theories, and applications concerning offenders. Field trips.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Cross-listed: SOC 3343.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CR J 3343 and SOC 3343.
  
  • CR J 3401 - Honors Research I


    CIP Code:

    Description: Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • CR J 3402 - Honors Research II


    CIP Code:

    Description: Research and development of scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 3401 Honors Research I.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • CR J 3413 - Electronic Legal Research and Writing


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students gain experience in the legal research process with an emphasis on both traditional and electronic legal research.  Drafting case briefs and other summaries of findings is required.  Students are introduced to legal citation format as well as APA style format.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3423 - Gender and Crime #


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    Description: This course introduces students to current research and theories on gender, crime and justice issues as they relate to crime theory and the justice system.  Emphasis is placed on gender differences in crime commission, criminal processing and the employment of women in justice agencies.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3433 - Race, Ethnicity and Crime #


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    Description: An examination of current research and theories on the intersections between race, ethnicity, and crime.  A thorough discussion on the relationship that race and ethnicity play in criminal behavior, victimization, police practices, court processing, corrections and sentencing, including the death penalty.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3443 - Diversity and Ethical Dilemmas in Criminal Justice


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    Description: Students examine the issues related to diversity and ethics within law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Emphasis is placed on police, prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, probation and parole officers, and correctional officers.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • CR J 3543 - Criminal Justice Computer Applications


    CIP Code:

    Description: Introduction to computer technology and its applications within the criminal justice environment.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3553 - Technology Applications in the Legal Environment


    CIP Code:

    Description: This course is an introduction to technological applications used in the legal environment.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3563 - Introduction to Cyber Security


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students learn about cyber security, crime and the importance of protecting information. Students learn standard practices in securing departments, agencies, organizations and corporations.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • CR J 3573 - Digital Forensics I


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    Description: Students learn to examine digital evidence by the means of identification, collection and analysis. In addition, students will learn the proper use of available computer forensic hardware and software tools.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CS 3663 Principles of TCP/IP and computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • CR J 3603 - Introduction to Homeland Security #


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    Description: An overview of natural, technological and man-caused crises and disasters. Includes analysis of the roles of local, state, tribal, industry and federal responsibilities in planning for and responding to disasters and crises.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
  
  • CR J 3613 - Emergency and Disaster Planning


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    Description: A study of the planning process involved in vulnerability analysis, hazards, and resource assessments. Includes methodology of planning and political considerations.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
  
  • CR J 3633 - Terrorism #


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    Description: An introduction to domestic and international terrorism, its historical and current foundations, including applications. Course will provide an introduction to preparation and planning for responses to terrorist activities.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CRJ 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
  
  • CR J 3663 - Disaster Response and Recovery #


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    Description: Course centers on how people, groups, organizations, communities and governments deal with short and long-term disasters including businesses, social infrastructure, plus organization problems and interactions.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CRJ 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
  
  • CR J 3673 - Emergency Management Skills


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    Description: A topical approach to emergency management. Topics include program management and planning; managing information, people and time; personality types; leadership and followership styles; decision-making and team-building skills; group dynamics, negotiating and communication skills; and emergency management ethics.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CRJ 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
  
  • CR J 3712 - Criminal Justice Communications


    CIP Code:

    Description: Practice and theory in preparation of police reports with an emphasis on composition and clear, concise communication. 

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 3713 - Cleet I


    CIP Code:

    Description: A practicum of criminal justice concepts in preparation for the mandatory Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training Oklahoma Peace Officer exam. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Senior standing, admission into the Collegiate Officer Program and Collegiate Officer Program Director permission.
  
  • CR J 3723 - Cleet II


    CIP Code:

    Description: A practicum of firearms and custody and control laws and procedure in preparation for the mandatory Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training Oklahoma Peace Officer exam.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Restrictions: Senior standing, admission into the Collegiate Officer Program and Collegiate Officer Program Director permission.
  
  • CR J 3733 - Crisis Communications for Emergency Managers #


    CIP Code:

    Description: This course will cover several different concepts in interpersonal communications for emergency managers and homeland security personnel.  Students will study effective communication skills for internal use and external communications, including other emergency responders, governmental and volunteer agencies, as well as the community at large.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 3823 - Health Care Law #


    CIP Code:

    Description: This is an introductory course in the specialty field of Health Care Law.  The student will learn how legal and social institutions interact with life and death issues. Areas of study include legal problems of the elderly, health care financial and delivery systems, federal vs. state law, the privatization of health care facilities, and the marketing of health care providers.  The course will also focus on the ethical questions of health care and public policy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 4003 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology #


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students learn research methodologies used in criminal justice and criminology. Topics include the basics of scientific inquiry, research design, operationalization, measurement, experimental design, modes of observation, ethics, application, and data analysis.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • CR J 4020 - Special Topics in Cyber Security


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students complete specialized studies in cyber security. Course content and credit hours vary by semester.

    Credit Hours: 1-6
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
  
  • CR J 4041 - Independent Study (Criminal Justice/Legal Studies)


    CIP Code:

    Description: Supervised individual readings either in Criminal Justice or in Legal Studies, focusing on issues of contemporary interest. The scope of the readings is determined by the directing instructor. 

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or CR J 1513 Introduction to Paralegalism.
    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    Note: Course may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of three credit hours in Criminal Justice and three credit hours in Legal Studies.
  
  • CR J 4090 - Workshop (Criminal Justice/Legal Studies) #


    CIP Code:

    Description: Course consists of workshops, institutes, and focused topics designed for students and practitioners in Criminal Justice, Legal Studies and in Homeland Security. 

    Credit Hours: 1-3
    Contact Hours:

    Note: CR J 4091 Workshops are graded as pass/fail. CR J 4092 and 4093 Workshops are assigned letter grades. A student may repeat CR J workshops with different topics for a maximum of nine credit hours in criminal justice, legal studies or homeland security. However, only six of those nine credit hours may be completed as pass/fail courses.
  
  • CR J 4113 - Introduction to Law and the American Court System


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students learn about the organization and administration of the adjudication function on both federal and state levels. Students also learn about the roles of court personnel and adjudication process and relationships with the other Criminal Justice functions.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 4143 - Crime Prevention #


    CIP Code:

    Description: An examination of the principles and theories involved in preventing crime and maintaining positive social control.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice or instructor permission.
  
  • CR J 4163 - Crime and Public Policy#


    CIP Code:

    Description: A systematic view of how criminal justice policy issues are framed within the public policy process.  The students will be engaged in how criminal justice policy is framed, who participates in the policy process, and how public policy is made.  After taking this course students will be able to engage in dialogue about criminal justice policy and to formulate potential criminal justice reforms using the public policy process.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 4223 - Criminology #


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students learn the basic nature of crime through systematic examination.  Emphasis is placed on extent, social foundations, police, courts, law, prisons, theories of punishment, theories of causation, and efforts in prevention. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Cross-listed: SOC 4223.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CR J 4223 and SOC 4223.
  
  • CR J 4233 - Senior Seminar #


    CIP Code:

    Description: Students learn about policy and structural changes in criminal justice agencies. Students review material covered in the core courses in order to prepare for the Major Field Test.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Intro to Criminal Justice, CR J 3013 Criminal Law I, CR J 3033 Survey in American Policing, CR J 3083 Criminal Procedure, CR J 3343 Corrections, CR J 3443 Diversity and Ethical Dilemmas in Criminal Justice, CR J 4003 Research Methods in Criminal Justice and Criminology, CR J 4223 Criminology, and CR J 4253 Juvenile Justice System with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • CR J 4253 - Juvenile Justice System #


    CIP Code:

    Description: A survey of the juvenile justice system; including the historical, philosophical, and organizational background of the system. The course incorporates research and evaluation of the system. Also included are the functions, jurisdiction, and roles of juvenile justice agencies.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 4263 - Victimology #


    CIP Code:

    Description: A study of the patterns of victim-offender relationships and the process of victimization. The following themes are explored: role of victims in the criminal process, problems of adjustment to victimization; and issues of victim compensation, restitution, and advocacy.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 1013 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
  
  • CR J 4313 - Forensics II


    CIP Code:

    Description: The scope and methods of forensic science. Topics covered include the basics of the crime scene, forensic toxicology, arson, DNA, fingerprints, tool marks and firearm identification. 

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Note: May be taken before CR J 3123 Forensics I.
  
  • CR J 4323 - Current Issues in Native American Law #


    CIP Code:

    Description: A discussion of current legal issues affecting Native Americans, including developments regarding the Indian Child Welfare Act, water rights, sovereign immunity and double jeopardy, land status, membership, and other current legal issues that arise.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

    Cross-listed: AIS 4323.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4323 & CR J 4323.
  
  • CR J 4333 - Intelligence Collection and Analysis


    CIP Code:

    Description: This course is designed to acquaint students with the processes of intelligence collection and analysis. In this course the processes of intelligence, the methods of how intelligence is collected and analyzed, the issues of intelligence, oversight and accountability, and the intelligence services of both the United States and other countries are examined.

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours:

  
  • CR J 4401 - Honors Research IV


    CIP Code:

    Description: All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other students are expected to attend.

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 4402 Honors Research III.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • CR J 4402 - Honors Research III


    CIP Code:

    Description: Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours:

    Prerequisite: CR J 3402 Honors Research II.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
 

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