CRIM 270

Correctional Institutions (CRIM 270)

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Correctional Institutions

Credits Contact Hours
3.0 3.0

Course Description

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ENGL 115, ENGL 103W, ENGL 103, or ENGL 104, or satisfactory test scores placing into ENGL 103W or higher. Concurrent enrollment in ENGL 115 allowed. Examines federal, state, county and local correctional facilities. Topical issues include: the purpose of correctional institutions, historical and philosophical developments, management and organizational principles, security operations, treatment issues, classification issues, analysis of women's facilities, types of institutions and the role of staff. This course meets M.C.O.T.C. certification requirements. [Semesters Offered: Variable]

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Day Time Campus Method Building

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