2023–2024 CATALOG AND STUDENT HANDBOOK COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 101 CIS4456 Hacker Techniques, Tools, and Applications 40 hours, 3 credits This course is an introduction to hacking tools and incident handling. Areas of instruction include various tools and vulnerabilities of operating systems, software, and networks used by hackers to access unauthorized information. This course also addresses incident handling methods used when information security is compromised. Prerequisite: CIS4028C Cryptography and Traffic Analysis CIS4784C Big Data 60 hours, 4 credits This course is the study of Big Data and its importance and application in today’s competitive markets. Big Data topics covered include infrastructural technologies, architectures, and processes to collect, store, process, analyze, and visualize huge amounts of data. This course will prepare students to begin developing software solutions that transform Big Data into actionable intelligence that informs business decisions. Prerequisite: COP3703C Database Systems CIS4836C Web Analytics 60 hours, 4 credits This course is the study of contemporary business analytics tools. It places a focus on determining the most appropriate product or technology for building data visualizations and dashboards. Topics include identifying analytical tools, highlighting various input and output data formats, identifying different types of data visualizations, and constructing business-oriented dashboards. This course will prepare students to be able to create data visualizations and dashboards based on provided business requirements. Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree Prerequisite: None Marketing Bachelor’s Degree Prerequisite: MAR3128 Foundations of Digital Marketing CIS4929C IT Management Capstone 60 hours, 4 credits Covering all areas of the IT Management curriculum, this comprehensive project gives students a framework, based on real-world situations to exercise critical thinking, problem solving, leadership and project-management skills. Prerequisite: Expected to be the final upper-level core course completed CIS4955C Cyber Security Capstone 60 hours, 4 credits This course includes a summative assessment project that covers all areas of the Cyber Security Bachelor’s degree curriculum. This comprehensive project gives students a framework, based on real-world situations to exercise critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, and security skills. This course presents the student with a data breach scenario requiring completion of a Root Cause Analysis Report (RCA) along with an Incident Response Management Plan (IRP). This course also prepares a student for the System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification exam. Prerequisite: Expected to be the final upper-level core course completed CJC1000 Introduction to Corrections 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides a general overview of U.S. corrections, jails and prisons, institutional procedures, and recent innovations in offender treatment. Students are introduced to correctional philosophies, practices, and procedures. The concepts of retribution and rehabilitation are examined. Prerequisite: CCJ1000 Introduction to Criminal Justice CJC4600 Advanced Correctional Practices 40 hours, 4 credits This course critically examines practices of the correctional system. This includes the applicable laws and challenges of corrections. This course also examines how the goals of sentencing are achieved and promote safety and behavior modification in institutional and community corrections. This course provides opportunities to defend the practices of the correctional system in reducing recidivism and promoting public safety. Prerequisite: None CJE1006 Policing in America 40 hours, 4 credits Students will examine the theoretical underpinnings of police work in the United States, including its historical roots, its current status, and the trends that will shape its future. They will explore the problems and solutions facing citizens, patrol officers, administrators, and agencies. They will also cover contemporary practices such as community-oriented policing, problem-oriented policing, and directed patrol. In investigating these topics, students will develop skills in critical thinking and problem-solving. Prerequisite: CCJ1000 Introduction to Criminal Justice CJE1233 Drugs and Crime 40 hours, 4 credits The course will focus on the physical, psychological, and sociological aspects of drug and alcohol abuse. Treatment and prevention of chemical use and abuse will be explored. In addition, legislative and policy efforts to prevent and control drug manufacturing, sales, and use will be analyzed. Finally, the public health implications of drug use will be explored. Prerequisite: CCJ1000 Introduction to Criminal Justice CJE1775 Special Populations: Law Enforcement Response 40 hours, 4 credits This course will explore the role of law enforcement in serving special populations in our communities. It focuses on mental illness, substance abuse, and other disabilities. Students will examine law enforcement’s work with victims and explore cultural diversity in policing. Prerequisite: CJE1006 Policing in America CJE2172 Juvenile Justice: Delinquency, Dependency, and Diversion 40 hours, 4 credits This course will provide an overview of the juvenile justice system. Students will examine the history and theoretical foundation of juvenile justice. Students will learn how child development impacts delinquency and the categories of youth addressed in the system. The course will demonstrate how the juvenile justice system functions within all components of the criminal justice system and explore current and future trends. Prerequisite: CCJ1000 Introduction to Criminal Justice CJE2422 Communication and Problem-Solving in Law Enforcement 40 hours, 4 credits Students will explore the various communication and problem-solving skills required to be successful in law enforcement. They will examine effective interpersonal skills, written skills, and communication techniques appropriate for the incident or audience. Topics covered in this course are crisis intervention and crisis management techniques, the importance of effective listening, and interviewing skills. Students will demonstrate proper report writing skills as they prepare a variety of law enforcement-related documents and explore use of technology by law enforcement officers. Prerequisite: CJE1775 Special Populations: Law Enforcement Response CJE2566 Ethics and Psychology for Law Enforcement Professionals 30 hours, 3 credits This course will examine the ethical dilemmas encountered by law enforcement professionals. Students will analyze the roles of discretion, bias, and professionalism in the field. The course will also examine sources and effects of stress in law enforcement and explore preparation for and management of stress. Prerequisite: CJL1381 Criminal Law and Procedures: Crime and the Courtroom CJE2990 Capstone for Law Enforcement 20 hours, 2 credits This course will focus on demonstrating mastery of the knowledge and skills needed for a successful law enforcement career. Students will evaluate criminal laws, procedures, and professional standards, and will reexamine learning about diverse community populations. Students will also review licensing requirements, and the application and hiring processes to prepare for their future career. Prerequisite: Students must be enrolled in the Law Enforcement program and in their last or second to last quarter. CJE4444 Crime Prevention 40 hours, 4 credits This course will explore the goals and types of various crime-prevention strategies. Physical environments and crime, neighborhood crime prevention, the media, and crime displacement will be explored. The course will examine persons and conditions associated with high rates of deviance. Prerequisite: None CJK2081 Traffic Enforcement: Managing Traffic Violators 40 hours, 3 credits Students will learn the skills for legal, effective, and safe traffic enforcement on city streets and major thoroughfares. They will examine implications of traffic codes and relevant court decisions through practical application. They will explore criminal and drug interdiction strategies through effective traffic enforcement, and special considerations in impaired driver enforcement. They will learn to operate enforcement tools such as speed detection devices and alcohol sensory equipment. Students will examine the writing and articulation of enforcement decisions and potential court outcomes of enforcement actions. Prerequisite: CJE2566 Ethics and Psychology for Law Enforcement Professionals; or enrolled in Certificate CJK2124 Firearms I: Fundamentals of Armed Police Response 40 hours, 2 credits Students will learn the fundamental principles of marksmanship for firearms competency, and will progress to police-specific skills needed for proficiency in firearms use. They will practice the care and maintenance of firearms. Prerequisite: CJE2566 Ethics and Psychology for Law Enforcement Professionals; or enrolled in Certificate CJK2247 Firearms II: Tactics for Combat Gunfighting 40 hours, 2 credits Students will build upon fundamental principles of marksmanship to gain firearms skills unique to law enforcement and officer survival. They will examine considerations related to use of force and deadly force, focusing on decision-making in force levels and articulation of force decisions. They will implement tactical considerations throughout training, including combat firearms skills and mental preparation for use of deadly force. Students will experience scenario-based and simulation training to help them synthesize shooting skills with proper use-of-force decisions in real-time situations. Prerequisite: CJK2124 Firearms I: Fundamentals of Armed Police Response ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM
