CRJU 303 - Corrections: Theory, Policy, and Practice

(3 units)

Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CRJU 101.
Corequisite: CRJU 110 or CRJU 300. CRJU majors and minors only. Exclude freshmen.
Historical and philosophical reactions to law violators. Overview of institutional and community corrections. Examination of differing penal institutions. Evaluation of rehabilitation as crime control strategy. Alternatives to incarceration will be explored as criminal sanctions. Field trips may be required.

Letter grade only (A-F). Field trips may be required. Not open for credit to students with credit in CRIM 468.