Academic Catalog

Criminal Justice (CJUS)

CJUS 1195 Research Practicum. (Formerly 195) Participation in on-going departmental research. 1-3 semester credit hour/s. Department Consent Required.  
Designation: Engaged Learning 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms) 
CJUS 2205 Racial and Ethnic Groups. (Formerly 205) The nature of prejudice. Studies of ethnic relations in America and other societies. Cross-listed as CJUS 2205/SOCL 2205. Students may not earn credit in both CJUS 2205 and SOCL 2205. IAI S7903D 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Individuals, Organizations, and Societies (QIO) 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Spring Term)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 2206 Juvenile Justice. (Formerly 206) Treatment of youth in the Juvenile Justice System. Emphasis is on theory, research, principles of law as they apply to the juvenile, causation, prevention, the role of the police and the courts and juvenile corrections and treatment of the convicted youth. Cross-listed with CJUS 2206. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall Term)
MESA
 
CJUS 2233 Police Systems. (Formerly 233) Historical overview of the development of policing systems from early societies to the present. Overview of different police systems throughout the modern world and how they operate. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 2243 Ethics in Policing. (Formerly 243) Ethical issues faced by law enforcement officers in the course of their personal and professional lives. Basic ethical theory is examined as it applies to selected issues and cases. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 2245 Corporate Crime. (Formerly 245) One of the most common types of white-collar crimes is corporate crime. These crimes are committed by employees of a corporation to benefit the corporation, company, or business. Illegal behaviors from the leaders of companies such as Enron, British Petroleum (BP), Wall Street and others are examined. CJUS 2260 is pre-req 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically) 
CJUS 2250 Basic and Applied Statistics. (Formerly 250) Acquaints students with descriptive statistical techniques (including measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, regression and large and small sample estimation) as well as inferential statistical procedures (t, z and ANOVA designs, nonparametric tests and multiple regression). Focus will be on how these statistical procedures can be directly applied to real-life situations. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MATH 1105, MATH 1108 or MATH 1110. Students may not earn credit in both CJUS 2250, PSYC 2250, and SOCL 2250. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Computational, Mathematical, and Analytical (QCM) 
Campus: LISLE
MESA
 
CJUS 2252 Research Practicum. (Formerly 252) Goal of the course is to develop the student's research skills in a particular field (Psychology, Sociology or Criminal Justice) by involving him/her in an actual research project under the direction of a faculty member. Students will meet with the instructor on a regular basis and will write both a preliminary proposal and final paper in APA style, the latter to include identification of the subject of the study, a review of the literature, statement of a working hypothesis, construction of necessary operational definitions, delineation of variables, a description of the population (and sample) and statistical tests if appropriate. Prerequisite: Successful completion of basic skills courses. 3 semester credit hour/s. Department Consent Required.  
Designation: - 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms) 
CJUS 2260 Introduction to Criminal Justice. (Formerly 260) Examination of the criminal justice system: police, courts and corrections. Analysis of functions, jurisdiction, operation and relationships. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 2266 Cybercrime. In an era of technological innovation, various types of cybercrime have developed. Through theory, investigation, and detection, advancements in the field have taken shape. The focus of this course will be on hacking, online fraud, cyber-bullying, online sex crimes, cyber-terrorism and other cybercrimes. Pre-Requisite: CJUS 2260. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 2275 Occupational Crime. (Formerly 275) Occupational crimes are violations of the legal codes during activities in a legitimate occupation. Retail, service, automotive, healthcare, and other occupations are examined through a critical theory approach focusing on their crimes. CJUS 2260 is pre-req 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 2291 Topics. (Formerly 291) Topics of interest to criminal justice majors 1-3 semester credit hour/s. Course Repeatable. Maximum number of units allowed: 9. 
Campus: LISLE
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 2294 Criminal Procedure. (Formerly 294) In depth analysis of the criminal and juvenile justice process from arrest through adjudication. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 2295 Workplace Training. Opportunity for law enforcement to earn credit for external activities/experience in the field. Department approval required. 3 semester credit hour/s. Course Repeatable. Maximum number of units allowed: 12. Department Consent Required.  
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically) 
CJUS 2296 Critical Criminology. (Formerly 296) Racism, sexism, imperialism, and any other violation of human dignity are real crimes in society. The damage these crimes do will be the focus compared to street crimes. Cross-listed as CJUS/CRIM 2296. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically) 
CJUS 2324 White Collar Crime. (Formerly 324) The issue of white-collar crime is often forgotten about when individuals think about crime. The purpose of this course is to get students to see the harm of white-collar crime and understand the damage it does to society on a financial, environmental, and personal level. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260 or CRIM 2321 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Sustainability 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 3212 Race and Crime. (Formerly 212) The effects of the social construction of race, crime and justice. An overview of race relations and social control agencies throughout time. Cross-listed as CJUS/CRIM 3212. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 3306 Correctional System. (Formerly 306) Theory and research relating to treatment, incarceration and rehabilitation of the offender. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. Students may not earn credit in both CJUS 3306, and SOCL 3306. IAI CRJ911 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Annually)
MESA
 
CJUS 3316 Environmental Crime. (Formerly 316) Crimes that damage the environment are critically analyzed through social, cultural, political, economic, scientific, and legal contexts. The course focuses on the creation, enforcement, and punishment of environmental law. CJUS 2260 is pre-req 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 3320 Gender, Crime & Justice. (Formerly 320) Studies how gender shapes experiences of victimization, participation in criminalized behavior, and interactions with the criminal legal system. Cross-listed as CJUS/CRIM/SOCL 3320. Students may not earn credit in both CRIM 3320 and SOCL 3320. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 3322 Criminal Law. (Formerly 322) An examination of criminal law including origins and developmental changes to the present. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260 or CRIM 2321 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 3326 Introduction to Criminal Investigation. (Formerly 326) Fundamentals of investigation beginning with the discovery of a crime and including the preservation of the crime scene, the collecting of clues and information, physical and chemical analysis, case preparation and courtroom testing. Case studies will be used. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall Term, Odd Years)
MESA
 
CJUS 3330 Probation and Parole. (Formerly 330) Examination of probation and parole as components of the correctional system. Emphasis is on theory, research and the mechanisms of probation and parole as a means of treating adjudicated criminals. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 3331 Organized Crime. (Formerly 331) Examination of the origins, models and explanations of organized crime and criminal groups, goods and services produced, and the role of the criminal justice system in the social system. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 3340 Inside/Out Transformative Justice. The Inside-Out Transformative Justice course brings together students from Benedictine University and students from Sheridan Correctional Center for a semester-long class at Sheridan Correctional Center. Throughout the semester, Benedictine students will learn as peers alongside incarcerated students as we study issues related to crime, harm, and models of justice. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Learning Community 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Spring Term) 
CJUS 3344 International Criminology. A comparison of criminology and the Criminal Justice System in the United States with that of other countries. Cross-listed as CJUS/CRIM/SOCL/PSYC 3344. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Global 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Spring Term, Odd Years) 
CJUS 3352 Research Practicum. (Formerly 352) Goal of the course is to develop the student's research skills in a particular field (Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or Criminal Justice) by involving him/her in an actual research project under the direction of a faculty member. Students will meet with the instructor on a regular basis and will write a scholarly paper in APA style, the latter to include identification of the subject of the study, a review of the literature, statement of a working hypotheses, construction of necessary operational definitions, delineation of variables, a description of the population (and sample) and statistical tests if appropriate, results of the study and a discussion on the results of the study. Student will present the results of the study at a scholarly meeting. Cross-listed as CRIM/CJUS/PSYC/SOCL 3352. 3 semester credit hour/s. Department Consent Required.  
Designation: Engaged Learning 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms) 
CJUS 3356 Clinical Practicum Lab. (Formerly 356) Focus is on teaching interpersonal and primary-level skills of empathy, listening, and interviewing to the introductory level helping professional. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior in CJUS program. Students may not earn credit in both CJUS 3356, PSYC 3356, and SOCL 3356. 4 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Writing Intensive; Engaged Learning 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms)
MESA
 
CJUS 3360 Inequalities and the War on Drugs. (Formerly 360) Poverty, race, and politics drive the “war on drugs”. The effects of policies, fear, and social class are examined. Cross-listed as CJUS/CRIM 3360 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 3372 Current Issues in Criminal Justice. (Formerly 372) Contemporary critical issues that impact the Criminal Justice System including the legislative process, law enforcement, the judicial process and the correctional system. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 3375 Violence in America. (Formerly 375) The threat of violence is a significant concern for individuals in many societies. In this course, violence will be studied as a social phenomenon. Topics of particular concern include: family violence, gang violence, terrorism, and homicide. Students may not earn credit in both CJUS/CRIM 3375 and SOCL 3375. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA (Typically Offered: Periodically)
 
CJUS 3391 Topics in Criminal Justice. (Formerly 391) Relevant topics according to the needs and interests of the criminal justice students. Prerequisite: CJUS 2260. 1-3 semester credit hour/s. Course Repeatable. Maximum number of units allowed: 9. 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically)
MESA
 
CJUS 3399 Independent Study in Criminal Justice. (Formerly 399) Provides opportunity for advanced majors to complete requirements of criminal justice courses on their own. Mutual consent of instructor and department chair. Pre-requisite: Must be a Criminal Justice major. Offered periodically. 1-3 semester credit hour/s. Department Consent Required.  
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Periodically) 
CJUS 4321 Crime and Delinquency. (Formerly 321) Social and psychological factors related to crime, theories of crime and delinquency, police and court systems and correctional institutions. Pre-requisite: CJUS 2260. Students may not earn credit in both CJUS 4321 and SOCL 3321. IAI CRJ912 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Writing Intensive 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall Term, Even Years)
MESA
 
CJUS 4351 Research Methods in the Social Sciences. An analysis of various theoretical approaches to the study of social sciences as well as discussion and completion of the first two chapters of an original research design. Prerequisite: PSYC 2250 or SOCL 2250 or CJUS 2250 and Junior/Senior status. Students may only earn credit in one of the following: CJUS 4351, PSYC 4351, SOCL 4351. 3 semester credit hour/s. 
Designation: Writing Intensive 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms)
MESA
 
CJUS 4352 Research Practicum. (Formerly 352) Goal of the course is to develop the student's research skills in a particular field (Psychology, Sociology or Criminal Justice) by involving him/her in an actual research project under the direction of a faculty member. Students will meet with the instructor on a regular basis and will write a scholarly paper in APA style, the latter to include identification of the subject of the study, a review of the literature, statement of a working hypotheses, construction of necessary operational definitions, delineation of variables, a description of the population (and sample) and statistical tests if appropriate, results of the study and a discussion on the results of the study. Student will present the results of the study at a scholarly meeting. Fall and Spring Terms. Prerequisite: Departmental consent. Cross listed with PSYC 3352 and SOCL 3352. 3 semester credit hour/s. Department Consent Required.  
Designation: Engaged Learning 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms) 
CJUS 4390 Internship. (Formerly 390) This internship provides experience in practice in a professional agency under the supervision of a trained practitioner. Prerequisite: CJUS 4356/CRIM/SOCL/PSYC 3356, consent of internship director prior to the 10th week of the semester preceding the field placement internship and a GPA of 3.0 or greater. 3-6 semester credit hour/s. Course Repeatable. Maximum number of units allowed: 6. Department Consent Required.  
Designation: Engaged Learning 
Campus: LISLE (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms)
MESA
 
CJUS 4395 Senior Thesis. (Formerly 395) Completion of an original research project under faculty supervision, involving either an original survey design, case study, qualitative study, content analysis, or experimental analysis. Prerequisite: CJUS/SOCL/PSYC 4351 and senior status. Students who are double majoring can earn credit in any two of the following courses: CRIM 4395, PSYC 4395, SOCL 4395. Repeatable for up to 6 credits for students double majoring in two of PSYC/SOCL/CJUS/CRIM. Engaged Learning. 3 semester credit hour/s. Course Repeatable. Maximum number of units allowed: 6. Department Consent Required.  
Designation: Engaged Learning 
Campus: LISLE
MESA