CRJU 3330 Police and Society

This course is an introduction to the role of police in U.S. society. Law enforcement is one of the major components of the criminal justice system. Some of the topics to be discussed include the development of the police, policing and civil rights and liberties, the organization and management of the police, the various operations of law enforcement, and the relationship between the police and society.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Describe the role of police within the US society.
2. Analyze the development of modern policing.
3. Analyze police impact on civil rights and liberties.
4. Assess the organizational structure of police departments.
5. Assess the management of the police.
6. Differentiate between the various duties and operations of law enforcement.
7. Evaluate the current status of the relationship between the police and the community.