CJUS 230 Police Organization

The course is designed to develop an understanding of policing service in the United States. It provides a historical overview of how policing evolved and how it has changed. The student will understand the main types of policing agencies and comprehend their function as part of the criminal justice system. Student will develop an understanding of the organization of police agencies and analyze styles of policing and the policy it supports. Finally, the course will support students understanding the fine balance between actions, decision-making and discretion while working closely with community agencies.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

N/A

Distribution

Criminal Justice

Offered

FALL