Criminal Justice Technology
Curriculum Description
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.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A55180
NC CIP: 43.0104
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| CJC 111 | Intro to Criminal Justice | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CJC 131 | Criminal Law | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CJC 221 | Investigative Principles | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 14 | 4 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJC 112 | Criminology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CJC 231 | Constitutional Law | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | CJC Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Writing/Research in the Disc | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prof Research & Reporting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 9 | 0 | 0 | 15 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJC 121 | Law Enforcement Operations | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | CJC Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Total: | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ ___ | CJC Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | CJC Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | CJC Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| ___ ___ | Related Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Measurement and Literacy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Quantitative Literacy | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 5 | 2 | 0 | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJC 113 | Juvenile Justice REVISED | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CJC 212 | Ethics & Comm Relations REVISED | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ___ ___ | CJC Elective | ** | ** | ** | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total: | 9 | 0 | 0 | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours: 64
Additional Information
Students successfully completing Basic Law Enforcement Training accredited by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission may receive credit for the following criminal justice courses: CJC 120, CJC 131, CJC 132, CJC 221, CJC 225 and CJC 231 for a total of 18 semester hours that may be counted toward the Associate in Applied Science degree in Criminal Justice Technology. To qualify, students must have successfully passed the Criminal Justice Commission’s comprehensive certification exam and must have completed BLET since 1985.
Criminal Justice track: Some students may prefer to choose electives that will strengthen their background in either law enforcement or corrections work. The following electives should be chosen for either track:
Select a total of 18 hours from the CJC Electives.
Law Enforcement track - CJC 120, CJC 132, CJC 160, CJC 161, CJC 163, CJC 170, CJC 222, CJC 223
Corrections track - CJC 141, CJC 211, CJC 213, CJC 214, CJC 215, CJC 225, CJC 241, CJC 251, CJC 252
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective – Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 160, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, REL 110, REL 211, or REL 212. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
Related Elective – Select 3 hours : EPT 120, EPT 150, POL 120, POL 130, PSY 241, PSY 281, SOC 210
Work-Based Learning opportunities (WBL 111 and WBL 121) are available. Please contact your advisor.
**Hours vary depending on course selection.