Criminal Justice Curriculum Map
 

Shown below are the 3000- and 4000-level courses required for Criminal Justice majors, and the emphasis – None (0), low (1), moderate (2), high (3) – each course places on each learning objective. 

Student Learning Outcomes
CCJ 3023 CCJ 3063 CCJ 3700 CCJ 4510 CJE 4017 CJC 4015 CCJ 4310
Recognize and evaluate patterns and trends of crime in the United States through identification of relevant data sources and critical analysis of crime data 3 2 1 1 2 2 1
Identify criminological theories,including various schools of thought, through recognition analysis and evaluation of theory strengths and limitations. 1 3 1 1 1 1 1
Critical Thinking Skills
 
Critique the logic of the American justice system and characteristics of the law enforcement, courts, and correctional systems through critical analysis and evaluations of relevant research. 3 1 1 3 3 3 3
Recognize and assess the tension between social control and democracy through identification and critical analysis of legal doctrine, social philosophy and system practice 2 2 0 3 3 3 3
Evaluate and express an understading of criminological research and methodology through critical analysis practical application 1 1 3 1 1 1 1
Communication Skills