Introduction to Criminal Justice Syllabus

Course Syllabus:  CJ 101 Syllabus and Outline Spring 2018 SAC Campus.pdf

Meet Your Instructor:  Eric A. Coulter, BS in Criminal Justice, MS in Emergency Management, Retired Lt. LAPD

Course Description:  An in-depth study of the philosophy and history of the criminal justice system including law enforcement, the courts and corrections. 

Textbook Information:  Masters et. al., CJ Realities and Challenges with Connect Package, 3rd ed., McGraw Hill, Boston, MA. ISBN 9781307052374

Course Learning Objectives: 

• Develop the student’s knowledge of the various agencies that encompass the criminal justice system and the interrelationships between these agencies.
• Develop the student’s ability to recognize the criminal justice agency best suited to his or her own talents and aspirations, if the student is so inclined to pursue such a professional career.
• Develop an appreciation of the complexity of the criminal justice system and the importance and dignity of being a part of the system.