Master's of Science in Education (M.S.Ed)
Criminal Justice Program of Study
310 (510) PRINCIPLES OF CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION (3) An intensive examination of the foundation and principles for criminal investigation. This course examines the appropriate use of various sources of information, problem areas encountered when conducting criminal investigations within contemporary society, and the follow-through activities necessary for capitalizing on investigative efforts. Extensive reading and writing required.
320 (520 CRIMINAL PROCEDURE (3) An overview of the process of adjudication of a criminal case from the time of arrest to final disposition, including trial procedures, the due process requirement, and constitutional limitations. Research requirement. Prereq: CJ 200 and CJ 220 with a minimum grade of "C" in both.
325 (525) CRIMINOLOGY (3) Problems, theory, cause, control, and prevention of criminal behavior. Prereq: SOC 201
364 (564) CORRECTIONS (3) Provides an overview of the history and vairous perspectives of incarceration, tracing the development of prisons in America from their earlier roots in Europe. An examination is placed upon prison inmates, correctional staff, correctional treatment and punishment philosophies, political perspectives regarding criminal offenders, and special interest offenders such as juveniles and females, as well as capital punishment.
400 (600) CRIMINAL LAW (3) The history, purpose, and theory of criminal law. An examination of the classification of crimes and the nature of criminal liability. Prereq: CJ 200 and CJ 220 with a minimum grade of "C" in both.
411 (611) SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3) Selected topics of current interest and importance. Prereq: Instructor's approval. This course may be repeated with different topics. A maximum of six credit hours can be counted toward a major or a minor in Criminal Justice.
420 (620) CRIMINAL EVIDENCE (3) An overview of criminal evidence within the United States, furnishing a practical insight into the rules of evidence and considerations regarding the admissibility of evidence in court. Emphasis is placed on court decisions and contemporary issues within the field, and their effect upon members of society. Extensive research required.
450 (650) CURRENT ISSUES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (3) Emphasizes the professional development of criminal justice students by a critical examination of ethics, topical commentaries, controversies, articles, and reports from the most recent literature in the criminal justice field. Extensive reading and writing are core requirements. A research project involving a review of current literature and/or original research is required. Interaction with computer based software applications is essential. Prereq: CJ 200 and CJ 220 with a minimum grade of "C" in both.
470 (670) TENNESSEE CRIMINAL LAW (3) In-depth study of the current Tennessee Code Annotated sections substantive Criminal Law and applicable sections of evidence and procedure. Prereq: CJ 400 or permission of instructor
701 PROGRAM PLANNING AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (3) Research, preparation, and delivery of professional training in the field of criminal justice. This course focuses on foundations of adult education to develop a systematic approach to the setting of instructional objectives, communication skills, the instructional process, and methods of evaluating course effectiveness.
702 ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE (3) Survey of admininstration and management patterns in criminal justice, including study of the legal issues in the delivery of operational services and personnel administraiton within modern crminal justice agencies. Emphasis is placed upon the development of sound legal policy, procedures, and practices to avoid agency and personal liability.
703 CIVIL LIBERTIES (3) Study of the legal and moral responsibility of the criminal justice system to individual rights and the relationship of law to political, economic, and social systems.
704 TOPICAL SEMINAR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (3) In-depth examination and inquiry into selected topics, problems, and contemporary issues related to criminal justice within a democratic society.
705 QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS (3) This course is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of a conducting qualitative research through field observations, interviews, case studies, historical/life histories, and content analysis. Qualitative software will be utilized. Ethical considerations of conducting field research and IRB applications will be addressed. A major research project will be initiated in this course.
706 JUVENILE JUSTICE THEORY AND PRACTICE (3) An in-depth examination of theories endemic to the field of juvenile justice and how those theories formed the foundaiton for contemporary practice.
707 SEMINAR IN THE JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM (3) This course will consist of an in-depth study of the laws and problems facing abused, neglected, and delinquent children. Prereq: CJ 706
708 SEMINAR IN CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY (3) Presented in seminar format, this course will provide an examination of major criminological theories presented through historical and contemporary writings of major theorists. Extensive reading and writing will be required.
709 ADVANCED TOPICS IN VICTIMOLOGY (3) This course will consist of an in-depth study of crime victims. Specific crimes will be discussed, remedies will be explored, and the responses of the various components of the criminal justice system to crime victims will be assessed. This course will require extensive reading and writing.