Special attention is paid to the role of racism in theories of crime and in American law and to the treatment of minorities by the various components of the criminal justice system. Basic methodological and statistical issues in criminology. An overview of the major topics of public and private security. The topics represent a wide variety of concerns, including such areas as historical development, the role of security in society, and current practices and standards. A student registered for an individual-study course must submit a prospectus, outline, and bibliography and schedule at least one conference a week on campus.
Enrollment requires prior approval of instructor and dean.
This course is designed for upper-division students with a grade point average of 3.2 in all courses. Varying topics of selected interest and contemporary significance, discussed in a seminar format. Contents of this course vary as instructors present different developments, problems, and controversies. May be repeated during the same semester. Field placement in an approved criminal justice agency for integration of theory and practice through participant observation study.