Faculty

CRIJ-1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice

Laura Howard

Credit Spring 2026

Section(s)

CRIJ-1301-006 (49626)
LEC SAC HYD DIL

LEC M 6:00pm - 8:00pm SAC SAC1 1211

Readings

REQUIRED TEXTS/MATERIALS/SOFTWARE

Latest edition of:

● ‘Introduction to Criminal Justice’ by Bohm, McGraw Hill Publishing

● First Day Access students do not need a textbook. Please refer to the instructor’s orientation for more information.

Course Requirements

PREREQUISITE

No prerequisite required.

PARTICIPATION

This is a hybrid course, with in person classes Thursdays from 6:15 to 8:30 at Hays Campus, along with online instruction. Must actively participate and attend in person sessions

Course Subjects

COURSE DESCRIPTION

History and philosophy of criminal justice and ethical considerations; crime defined: its nature and impact; overview of criminal justice system; law enforcement; court system; prosecution and defense; trial process; corrections.

● Credit Hours: 3

● Classroom Contact Hours per week: 3

● Laboratory Contact Hours per week: 0

Transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, Department Chair, and/or Program Director.

Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES & GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES Department skills for this course are reading, writing, mathematics, thinking skills, personal qualities, workplace competencies and basic use of computers. Students will demonstrate their mastery of these skills using class discussions, written assignments, demonstrations, and test taking.