CRM - Criminology and Criminal Justice

An introduction to the techniques for conducting scholarly research in criminology and methods for proper composition of research papers. Should be taken in the semester when the student declares a criminology major.

A study of deviant behavior as it relates to the definition of crime, crime statistics, theories of crime causation, crime typologies and victims of crime. May be used to satisfy general distribution requirements if not used in the criminology major.

A study of the components of the criminal justice system from its early history through its evolution in the United States. Identifies various subsystems and their roles, expectations and interrelationships.

A study of the elements of law enforcement agencies as subsystems of the criminal justice system, the history and philosophy of law enforcement, and the relationship between law enforcement and the community.

A study of the fundamentals of investigation including crime scene search, collection and preservation of physical evidence, interview and interrogation techniques, use of scientific aids and modus operandi.

An examination of the field of justice with emphases on decision-making, ethical thinking, codes of ethics and use of discretion throughout the justice system.

This course will introduce students to legal research and writing, general legal terminology and various legal concepts. It will also introduce students to composing and editing legal writing.

An examination of definitions of delinquent behavior, theories of delinquency and the adjudication process for juveniles. May be used to satisfy general distribution requirements if not used in the criminology major.

A comparative study of the United States criminal justice system with those of other countries through personal observation of agencies in the countries visited and personal interaction with agency personnel. This course requires travel outside the United States. Countries visited will vary. This course may be repeated for credit when countries change.

Special course offered each year during the summer session. Course descriptions are published annually in a separate bulletin.

An examination of the extent and nature of victimization, theories of victimization, the victims' rights movement and consideration of several major kinds of victimization.

An examination of scientific techniques used to develop forensic evidence discovered at a crime scene offered in a practical laboratory setting.

An overview of abnormal behavior as it relates to the criminal justice system. Emphasis placed on personality disorders, psychoses, sexual predators and posttraumatic stress disorder.

This course provides an in-depth examination of criminal law and procedure, including issues related to the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Amendments as well as substantive criminal law, liability and defenses.

An introduction to the American correctional system emphasizing the history of corrections, the prison experience and correctional clientele. May be used to satisfy general distribution requirements if not used in the criminology major.

Students are introduced to appellate proceedings, case-law analysis, critical thinking and oral advocacy. Using a mock United States Supreme Court case - developed by the American Collegiate Moot Court Association - students argue for petition and respondent in a simulated United States Supreme Court argument. In teams of two, students will compete in a regional tournament.

A comparison of diverse types of criminal justice systems utilized by other countries and cultures with the United States criminal justice system.

A study of substantive and procedural law pertaining to the convicted criminal offender, including an examination of federal court decisions affecting correctional personnel and the penal process.

An in-depth examination of current controversial issues of crime and punishment in the United States.

A meaningful field experience through placement in agencies of the criminal justice system. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Students may take a maximum of 16 credit hours while at UT. Internship credit may not be used to satisfy requirements for the major or the minor.

An in-depth analysis of the nature and extent of drug use within American society, and its relationship to crime and deviance.

An introduction to the elements of scientific logic, hypothesis testing, research design, methods of data collection, and analysis and interpretation of data.

A study of the broad range of violence in society, examining historical and contemporary forms of violence. Topics explored include gun crime, serial murders and terrorism.

This course examines the use of social science as a tool to resolve controversial criminal law and policy issues. It will touch on a variety of constitutional and criminal law problems and analyze issues by employing legal and social science methodologies.

An examination of historical, contemporary and international perspectives on the death penalty, and ramifications for victims' families, offenders, the criminal justice system and society as a whole.

An examination of topics of special interest and contemporary significance provided by criminal justice practitioners from the Tampa Bay area. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 credit hours.

A series of directed readings and short research projects on topics of interest to the student, determined through student-faculty consultation.

Requires a substantive research and writing project.

An integrative educational experience through which students comprehensively analyze and synthesize theories, policies and practices related to criminology. Should be taken in senior year. Grades are awarded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.

A forum for focusing on special issues in criminal justice, taught by visiting instructors or regular faculty. Topics covered may change each semester.

A forum for focusing on special issues in criminal justice, taught by visiting instructors or regular faculty. Topics covered may change each semester.