Criminal Justice Technology, AAS

A55180

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Official Program Description registered with the N.C. Community College System:

The Criminal Justice Technology curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. Study will focus on local, state, and federal law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services. The criminal justice system’s role within society will be explored.

Emphasis is on criminal justice systems, criminology, juvenile justice, criminal and constitutional law, investigative principles, ethics, and community relations. Additional study may include issues and concepts of government, counseling, communications, computers, and technology.

Employment opportunities exist in a variety of local, state, and federal law enforcement, corrections, and security fields. Examples include police officer, deputy sheriff, county detention officer, state trooper, intensive probation/parole surveillance officer, correctional officer, and loss prevention specialist.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Criminal Justice program, a graduate should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of key principles, theories, and practices in criminal justice, including law enforcement, corrections, and the judicial system.
  • Demonstrate critical reasoning, problem solving, and ethical concerns in criminal justice.
  • Discover diverse career opportunities in criminal justice, detailing the requirements, skills, and qualifications needed for the various career pathways.

Degree Awarded

The Associate in Applied Science Degree - Criminal Justice Technology is awarded by the College upon completion of this program.

For More Information

The Criminal Justice Technology program is in the Public Safety Division. Additional information can be obtained by calling (919) 739-6800, or visit us at our website at www.waynecc.edu.

 

First Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
ACA 111College Student Success
1

1

CJC 111Introduction to Criminal Justice
3

3

CJC 112Criminology
3

3

CJC 121Law Enforcement Operations
3

3

ENG 111Writing and Inquiry
3

3

PSY 150General Psychology
3

3

Total Credit Hours:16

Second Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
CJC 113Juvenile Justice
3

3

CJC 131Criminal Law
3

3

CJC 141Corrections
3

3

CJC 212Ethics & Community Relations
3

3

ENG 112Writing and Research in the Disciplines
3

3

MAT 143Quantitative Literacy
4

3

Total Credit Hours:18

Third Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
CIS 110Introduction to Computers
4

3

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:6

Fourth Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
CJC 213Substance Abuse
3

3

CJC 221Investigative Principles
5

4

CJC 231Constitutional Law
3

3

 

HEA 110Personal Health/Wellness
3

3

OR

HEA 112First Aid & CPR
3

2

 

POL 120American Government
3

3

OR

POL 130State & Local Government
3

3

Total Credit Hours:15-16

Fifth Semester

Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
CJC 132Court Procedure & Evidence
3

3

CJC 225Crisis Intervention
3

3

CJC 232Civil Liability
3

3

SOC 210Introduction to Sociology
3

3

Major Elective
3

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Total Credit Hours: 70-71

Electives

Major Electives

Select one of the following:
Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits
CJC 160Terrorism: Underlying Issues
3

3

CJC 170Critical Incident Mgmt for Public Safety
3

3

CJC 240Law Enfor Mgt. & Supervis
3

3

CJC 255Issues in Criminal Justice Application
3

3

PSY 281Abnormal Psychology
3

3

SOC 220Social Problems
3

3

SOC 230Race and Ethnic Relations
3

3

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives

Choose one course from the Humanities/Fine Arts list of Optional General Education Courses for AAS Programs.
Course NumberTitleContact HoursCredits