Requirements for a Major in Criminology
The major in Criminology provides students with an in-depth exposure to the total
criminal justice system including law enforcement, detention, the judiciary, corrections,
and probation and parole. The program concentrates on achieving balance in the above
aspects of the system from the perspective of the criminal justice professional,
the offender, and society. The program provides a solid background in the theory,
issues and methodology comprising Criminology.
The objective of the undergraduate program in Criminology is to develop a sound
educational basis either for graduate work or for professional training in one or
more of the specialized areas comprising the modern urban criminal justice system.
The program offers both a B.A. degree and a minor.
Requirements for the Major in Criminology:
A minimum of 36 semester hours are required of all undergraduate majors in Criminology
including the following courses: CCJ 3024 (3), CCJ 3610 (3), CCJ 3701 (3), and CCJ
4934 (3).
*CCJ 3610 must be taken prior to CCJ 3701.
In addition to the above courses, student must enroll in 24 hours of Criminology
elective courses (see below for a comprehensive list).
Requirements for the Minor in Criminology:
The Department of Criminology offers a minor in Criminology. The minor consists
of two required courses (CCJ 3024 and 3610) totaling 6 credit hours, and the selection
of four Criminology Elective Courses for a total of 18 semester hours. Students
are not required to gain approval to for the minor, but must be registered each
semester by the departmental advisor because, with the exception of CCJ 3003 and
CCJ 3024, all courses are programmed for majors only. A minimum of 9 semester hours
must be completed at USF.
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
REQUIRED COURSES (12 HOURS)
CCJ 3024 SURVEY OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM - SS (3)
An introduction to the structure and operation of law enforcement, prosecution,
the courts, and corrections. Also included brief coverage of major reported crimes.
CCJ 3610 THEORIES OF CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR (3)
PR: CCJ 3024. Provides a basic understanding of the complex factors related to crime,
with concentration on principal theoretical approaches to the explanation of crime.
CCJ 3701 RESEARCH METHODS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE I (3)
PR:CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610 or CI. Introduces the student to some of the fundamentals
of knowledge-generating processes in criminal justice.
CCJ 4934 SEMINAR IN CRIMINOLOGY -6A -XMW (3)
PR: Senior standing and CI. These variable topic seminars are used for an in-depth
study and discussion of the relationships among culture, gender, ethics, age, society,
and criminal behavior. Such examinations may include the options the criminal justice
does (or does not) have to deal with these interactions, and the ethics and efficacy
of the system's response. Open to non-majors with CI.
NOTE: CCJ 4933 and CCJ 4934. Students may enroll in an unlimited
number of these courses to be applicable towards major requirements as long as they
vary in title. Only 6 hrs of CCJ 4910 will be applicable towards completion of the
major.
ELECTIVE HOURS (24 HOURS)
CCJ 3621 PATTERNS OF CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR (3)
Reviews the nature and extent of the crime problem. The course will concentrate
on major patterns of offender behavior including crimes against the person, property
crimes, violent crimes, economic/white collar offenses, syndicated (organized) crim
es, consensual crimes, female crime, political crime, and will examine criminal
career data.
CCJ 4282 CORRECTIONAL LAW (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CI. The course provides students with an introduction to legal issues
in the area of correctional, with an emphasis on civil and criminal liability for
correctional staff and administrators and on convict's rights.
CCJ 4450 CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION (3)
PR: CJE 4114 or CJT 4100 or CI. This course is designed to provide an in-depth examination
of both the practical and theoretical aspects of the administration of criminal
justice agencies. The major focus will be on law enforcement and correctional agencies.
CCJ 4604 ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR AND CRIMINALITY (3)
PR: CCJ 3610 or CI. A systematic introduction to the relationship between mental
illness and criminality, with focus on psychiatric labeling of deviant behavior
and its implications for the handling of the criminal offender.
CCJ 4700 STATISTICAL RESEARCH METHODS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE II (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610 or CI. Beginning with the scientific method, the tools
commonly used to analyze criminal justice data will be emphasized. Recommended for
students who intend to continue their education beyond the B.A.. Required of students
attending the M.A. in CCJ at USF. This course may not be taken for credit if the
student has already successfully completed STA 3122 or GEB 3121.
*CCJ 4900 DIRECTED READINGS (1-3)
PR: CI. This course is specifically designed to enable advanced students the opportunity
to do in-depth independent work in the area of criminal justice. Each student will
be under the close supervision of a faculty member of the program. No more t han
five hours of CCJ 4900 or CCJ 4910 or any combination of the two will be accepted
toward the minimum number of hours required for the major.
*CCJ 4910 DIRECTED RESEARCH (1-3)
PR: CI. This course is designed to provide students with a research experience in
which they will work closely with faculty on the development and implementation
of research projects in the area of criminal justice. No more than five hours of
CCJ 4910 or CCJ 4900 or any combination of the two will be accepted toward the minimum
number of hours required for the major.
*NOTE: CCJ 4900 and CCJ 4910. (a) Students wishing to enroll must
make arrangements with a faculty member during the semester prior to actually taking
the course, (b) a minimum of four (4) CCJ courses must have been completed satisfactorily
prior to enrollment, (c) first consideration will be given to Criminology majors,
and (d) individual faculty members may add additional requirements at their discretion.
CCJ 4930 CRITICAL ISSUES IN POLICING (3)
PR: CJE 4114 or Cl. Focuses on some of the most critical issues in law enforcement
today including: understanding and controlling police use of deadly force; police
deviance; police prejudice and discrimination; violence-prone police officer; substance
abuse by police officers; and administrative review of alleged police brutality.
CCJ 4933 SELECTED TOPICS IN CRIMINOLOGY (3)
PR: Junior standing. Lecture course. Topic varies and is designed to address a wide
variety of issues in criminology and criminal justice.
NOTE: CCJ 4933 and CCJ 4934. Students may enroll in an unlimited
number of these courses to be applicable towards major requirements as long as they
vary in title. Only 6 hrs of CCJ 4910 will be applicable towards completion of the
major.
CCJ 4940 INTERNSHIP FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE MAJORS (3)
PR: Senior standing. The internship will consist of placement with one or more of
the agencies comprising the criminal justice system. This course will enable the
students to gain meaningful field experience related to their future careers. The
three-hour block of credit will require a minimum of ten hours of work per
week within the host agencies in addition to any written work or reading assignments.
See requirements for the B.A. degree in Criminology for the number of hours required.
(S/U only).
CJC 4010 AMERICAN CORRECTIONAL SYSTEMS (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610 or CI. Analysis of the different treatment philosophies
and techniques currently in use in the field, with special attention to experimental
and demonstration programs.
CJC 4166 ALTERNATIVES TO INCARCERATION (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610, or CI. This course explores a variety of alternatives
to imprisoning the offender, including probation, parole, diversion, and other community-based
intervention and treatment modalities.
CJC 4310 CORRECTIONAL ADMINISTRATION (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or Cl. The course provides students with an introduction to issues
in correctional administration in both institutional and community corrections
CJC 4410 INTERVENTION TECHNIQUES AND STRATEGIES (3)
PR:CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610 or CI. Introduces the student to theories and methods underlying
treatment modalities currently employed in corrections.
CJE 4010 JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610 or CI. Provides coverage of the juvenile and family courts,
their clientele, and the complex of human service agencies and facilities that contribute
to efforts at juvenile correctional intervention.
CJE 4044 POLICE AND JUVENILE DELINQUENCY (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CI. Focuses on the unique aspects of law enforcement interaction
with juveniles and their families. Issues which emerge when working with multi-cultural
populations will be discussed. Police efforts at early detection, intervention,
and diversion. Interaction with status offenders and children-in-need-of-assistance
will be a topic of concern. Community based policing efforts will be analyzed. Gang
intervention strategies and school programs such as school resource
officers wi ll be discussed.
CJE 4114 AMERICAN LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS (3)
PR:CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610 or CI. Provides a comprehensive examination of the American
law enforcement system at the federal, state, and local levels and an assessment
of career opportunities within the community.
CJE 4144 PRIVATE SECURITY SYSTEMS (3)
PR: Junior standing and CJE 4114 or CI. Examines some of the principal
methods and techniques currently used to reduce or prevent losses due to theft and
casualty.
CJJ 4211 JUVENILE SUBSTANCE USE (3)
PR: CJE 4010 or CI. Focuses on youth and drugs. It will cover such topics as the
rates and patterns of the use of different drugs by youths with varying socio-demographic
characteristics, the context and effects of use of various drugs, the drugs-c rime
connection, prevention, early intervention and treatment efforts, and drug use policy.
CJJ 4564 JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL ALTERNATIVES (3)
PR: CJE 4010 or CI. Focuses on juvenile correctional responses from diversion to
the use of secure facilities. How the system attempts to handle status offenders
and children-in-need-of-supervision will be covered. Diversion, detention, probation,
and community-based non-secure facilities will be discussed
CJL 3110 CRIMINAL LAW (3)
PR: CCJ 3024. Examines the historical basis of the American criminal law system,
the substantive elements of crimes, and court procedures.
CJL 4410 CRIMINAL RIGHTS AND PROCEDURES (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CI. Emphasizes the Constitutional issues and rules that are applied
and enforced by the courts while processing criminal cases.
CJL 4115 ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND CRIME (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or Cl. The course provides students with an introduction to issues
in the area of environmental crime and environmental law. NOTE: Credit for this
course may also be awarded through a similar course offered in the Environmental
Science and Policy Program.
CJT 4100 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION (3)
PR: CCJ 3024 or CCJ 3610 or Cl. Covers the major components of criminal investigation,
with special attention to the scientific aspects of criminal investigation and the
management of major cases.