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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 Courses numbered from 101–299 are lower-division courses, primarily for freshmen and sophomores; those numbered from 300–499 are upper-division courses, primarily for juniors and seniors. The numbers 296, 396, 496, and 596 designate individual study courses and are available for registration by prior arrangement with the course instructor and approval of the department chair.

The number in parentheses following the course title indicates the amount of credit each course carries. Variable credit courses include the minimum and maximum number of the credits within parentheses.

Not all of the courses are offered every quarter. Final confirmation of courses to be offered, information on new courses and programs, as well as a list of hours, instructor, titles of courses and places of class meetings, is available online in My CWU which can be accessed through the the CWU home page, and go to www.cwu.edu/registrar/course-information

 

Japanese (JAPN)

  
  • JAPN 361 - Composition, Grammar and Conversation I


    Description:
    This is the first in a three part series of intermediate level Japanese composition, grammar and conversation. Course must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 253. Declared Japanese majors and minors only.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate knowledge of advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures.
    • Demonstrate speaking and listening skills useful in culturally authentic Japanese situations. Will be able to engage in extended conversations in Japanese.
    • Demonstrate the ability to read authentic materials in Japanese. In addition to readings in the textbook, the student will read supplementary reading materials that cover a variety of topics.
    • Demonstrate improved writing skills and the ability to express opinions and ideas clearly in a manner appropriate to Japanese discursive conventions.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/6/2012
  
  • JAPN 362 - Composition, Grammar and Conversation II


    Description:
    This is the second in a three-part series of intermediate level Japanese composition, grammar and conversation. Courses must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 361. Declared Japanese majors and minors only.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate knowledge of advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures building upon foundation of coursework iii. 361.
    • Demonstrate speaking and listening skills useful in culturally authentic Japanese situations.
    • Engage in extended conversations in Japanese.
    • Expand the ability to read authentic materials in Japanese.
    • Read supplementary reading materials that cover a variety of topics.
    • Further develop and improve writing skills and the ability to express opinions and ideas clearly in a manner appropriate to Japanese discursive conventions.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/6/2012
  
  • JAPN 363 - Composition, Grammar and Conversation III


    Description:
    This is the third in a three-part series of intermediate level Japanese composition, grammar and conversation. Courses must be taken in sequence.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 362. Declared Japanese majors and minors only.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate knowledge of advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures building upon foundation of coursework in 361 and 362.
    • Demonstrate speaking and listening skills useful in culturally authentic Japanese situations.
    • Engage in extended conversations in Japanese.
    • Expand the ability to read authentic materials in Japanese.
    • Read supplementary reading materials that cover a variety of topics.
    • Further develop and improve writing skills and the ability to express opinions and ideas clearly in a manner appropriate to Japanese discursive conventions.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/6/2012
  
  • JAPN 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • JAPN 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • JAPN 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • JAPN 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • JAPN 442 - Translation and Interpretation


    Description:
    Translation into English of Japanese textual material drawn from a wide range of sources. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring).

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 363.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Recognize common reference materials and tools (dictionaries, lexicons, online databases, etc.) used in translation of Japanese into English and choose the appropriate materials for subject matter in source language.
    • Recognize and differentiate among the most commonly read textual sources in Japanese culture and public opinion.
    • Compare and contrast salient features of Japanese orthographic change over the last 150 years.
    • Perform translation from Japanese to English at a level of accuracy commensurate with professional translator competency.
    • Apply translation theory to examples of translation.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/1/18
  
  • JAPN 462 - Japanese Cinema


    Description:
    An examination of the history, aesthetic achievements, major directors and themes, and cultural explorations of Japanese cinema. Includes close look at Japan’s leading auteur directors. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Spring).

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Summarize Japanese film history from the silent era to present day movies.
    • Compare how the developing technology in film relates to the aesthetic sensibilities in Japanese culture.
    • Evaluate the changing economic structure of the Japanese film industry.
    • Assess the different genres, film grammar, and editing and lighting styles used in Japanese films.
    • Appraise their role as moviegoers and increase their ability to watch films critically.
    • Examine how the tools of camera angles, lighting, editing and sound manipulate how we feel about a filmed subject.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/7/17
  
  
  • JAPN 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • JAPN 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • JAPN 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)


Latin (LAT)

  
  • LAT 151 - Latin


    Description:
    Translation, declension, and conjugation approach using oral-aural drill. Firm foundation in the basic structural principles.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify and translate 300 Latin words.
    • Decline nouns and adjectives of the first three declensions. They will also decline the Latin demonstrative and personal pronouns.
    • Conjugate all four verb groupings in the active voice, present, imperfect, and future tenses, indicative and imperative moods.
    • Translate simple, complex, and compound sentences from Latin to English and English to Latin.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/5/2007

Latino and Latin American Studies (LLAS)

  
  • LLAS 102 - An Introduction to Latino and Latin American Studies


    Description:
    A multi-disciplinary introduction of Latino and Latin American studies, presented in three main components: People and the Land, The Environment and the Human Condition, and Socio-Political Spectrum. SB-Perspectives on World Cultures (W).

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe how U.S. courts are structured and how they function (including the Federal legal system as well as the typical model structure for state courts) as well as being able to describe the role and duties of each court system.
    • Describe the impact that each court system can have on society.
    • Describe how law impacts the daily life of citizens. This includes describing the function and role of law in society and the implications this has for citizens.
    • List and describe various legal terms, concepts, and ideas in criminal law, criminal procedure, and civil law.
    • Describe how law has and is currently used as a means of social control.
    • Describe how law has been used as a tool for social change. This should include giving specific examples of social movements that have and have not been successful.
    • Identify the differences between these movements.
    • Compare and contrast law in the United States with law in other countries.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/20/2011
  
  • LLAS 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LLAS 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • LLAS 301 - Urban Society in Latin America


    Description:
    Explores urban identity, planning, issues and social structure in modern Latin American cities and investigates the foundations of urban society in Colonial Latin America. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Analyze the interaction between social strata in Colonial Spanish and Portuguese cities.
    • Recognize patterns of development in urban planning in Latin American cities from Colonial to Modern periods.
    • Define the characteristics and varieties of urban identity formation in a variety of Latin American cities.
    • Analyze challenges facing modern Latin American cities and propose solutions based on research of cities.
    • Recognize the interaction between cultural and infrastructure strategies for creating livable cities and addressing needs in Latin American cities.
  
  • LLAS 388 - Mexican Cultural Studies


    Description:
    Mexican Cultural Studies introduces students to aspects of Mexican society at the intersection of history, race, ethnicity, gender, economics and class with cultural traditions such as music, culinary arts, popular art, public performances and celebrations, language, and religion. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern (Summer).

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify the role that cultural practices play in influencing social and economic behavior and practices in Modern Mexico.
    • Question essentialist constructions of Mexican identity from both internal and external observers.
    • Evaluate the role that different segments of society play in creating Mexican cultural practices.
    • Examine academic writings on Mexican culture to understand the varied approaches to cultural studies of Mexico.
  
  • LLAS 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LLAS 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • LLAS 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LLAS 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  
  • LLAS 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • LLAS 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LLAS 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)


Law and Justice (LAJ)

  
  • LAJ 102 - Introduction to Law and Justice


    Description:
    This course will focus on the role of law in society and will examine both the criminal and civil law system, as well as, the function of law in social change and social control. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring). SB-Perspectives on Cultures and Experiences of U.S.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Articulate the function and purpose of law in American society and compare the common law heritage with civil law systems in other countries
    • Describe the structure and function of state and federal courts and the role they play in American government
    • Identify the legal concepts and apply this knowledge to civic and community issues
    • Describe how legal doctrines have emerged, changed over time, and the implications of these changes in relation to diverse communities
    • Explain how the law reflects consensus and conflict in society in relation to gender, race/ethnicity and class
    • Develop personal views and perspectives on legal issues from relevant data and concepts
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/21/17
  
  • LAJ 202 - Policing in a Contemporary Society


    Description:
    An integrated academic foundation in the impact of police interaction with the functions of policing between individuals and society as they approach the problem of crime. Real-world issues will be analyzed. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Describe and explain the history, the philosophy, and the ethical considerations of policing and how it has evolved to meet the demands of our contemporary society In America.
    • Recall the different theories of policing such as the professional model and the community model and how society has influenced the changes policing has experienced.
    • Generate a report based on one of seven assigned books which summarize the changes policing has evolved to in the last fifty years
    • Predicting the changing future of policing and formulate the challenges policing must face in its organizational structure and the understanding of conceptual models meeting the challenges of real world issues.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/18/18
  
  • LAJ 203 - Wildlife Law Enforcement


    Description:
    An intergrated study of natural resource management, through law enforcement and conservation. Focuses on the impact on wildlife sustainability through water and range management, regulations, and enforcement to protect our natural resources for future generations. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern (Spring).

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Define the ways to improve our physical and natural world and the role that Law Enforcement will bolster these efforts.
    • Identify the relationship between environmental regulations and the wildlife management techniques used  in setting seasons and bag limits
    • Participate in Lab Activity - Three Field trips to surrounding area
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/4/18
  
  • LAJ 210 - Latinos, Law and Justice


    Description:
    This course explores legal issues surrounding Latinos in contemporary society within wider issues of justice.  It will examine experiences of Latinos within the legal system, including Latino contributions to law.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Compare legal, cultural, and social definitions of Latino identity
    • Discuss legal and justice issues affecting Latinos in the USA
    • Locate Latinos at various stages of legal process
    • Describe ways in which Latinos have shaped the legal system
    • Explain how legal issues are connected to wider justice issues
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/19/17
  
  • LAJ 215 - Law in American History


    Description:
    This course explores the role of law in American society from 1789 to 1939, including connections between law and violence, economics, politics, culture, gender and ethnicity.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Sketch major developments in the legal system
    • Interpret legal and literary documents
    • Locate legal history in wider social and cultural context
    • Explain how the national legal system developed from community activities
    • Recognize leading themes in the historiography of law
    • Apply theory and knowledge of past legal experiences to present discussions of law
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/19/17
  
  • LAJ 216 - Race, Gender and Justice


    Description:
    This course examines the role of race/ethnicity and gender in law and public policy with an emphasis on criminal justice. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Discuss theories concerning the role of race/ethnicity on law and policy.
    • Identify the impact of government policies including judicial policy that have differential impacts across race/ethnicity and gender.
    • Articulate how race/ethnicity and gender impacts various criminal justice outcomes and as well as how these intersect with other factors, including class.
    • Justify personal views on public law and policy issues that have a race/ethnicity and gender effects as based on research, theory, and personal experience. 
    • Engage in conversations about race/ethnicity, gender, and social justice as they apply to criminal justice issues and processes. 
    • Compare and contrast personal and societal views in the context of criminal justice orally and in writing.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/15/18
  
  • LAJ 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LAJ 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • LAJ 300 - Administration of Criminal Justice


    Description:
    The sources of police power and authority in a democratic society, the internal organization and administration of federal, state and local agencies, their interaction with each other, and with the communities they serve.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 302 - Criminal Procedure


    Description:
    A review of guidelines for police arrest, search, interrogation, and identification procedures based upon rules of criminal procedure derived from the U.S. Constitution. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 303 - Legal Research


    Description:
    Techniques of legal research; the case system, statutes, court decisions, Shepardizing. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 311 - Family Law


    Description:
    Marriage, divorce, state regulation, custody, and care and supervision of children. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 313 - Introduction to Criminal Law


    Description:
    Scope and nature of law; classification of offenses; act and intent; capacity to commit crime and defenses. Elements of major criminal statutes. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 316 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies


    Description:
    This course provides an introduction to paralegal studies. It provides analysis of the role of the paralegal and the tasks involved in being a paralegal including interviewing clients and witnesses, legal research, writing, legal writing, and attending trials. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 317 - Introduction to Civil Practice


    Description:
    This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of civil litigation from investigation through discovery, trial, and appeal. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 318 - Introduction to Forensics


    Description:
    This course explores the subject matter and methods forensic investigators use when searching and recovering evidence from crime scenes.We examine approaches to forensics across multiple disciples including anthropology, biological sciences, chemistry, law and justice, geological sciences, physics, psychology, and sociology. The goal is to provide a broad overview for students interested in exploring forensic careers. ANTH 318 and LAJ 318 are crosslisted courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify major developments in the history of forensic science
    • Identify specialized fields which contribute to the forensic investigation
    • Describe the ethical issues facing the forensic scientist
    • Employ forensic examination and comparison techniques on evidence
    • Demonstrate procedures associated with crime scene processing
    • Demonstrate proficiency in writing
    • Summarize court decisions concerning scientific evidence
    • Appraise current literature, materials and developments regarding scientific evidence
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    4/02/15
  
  • LAJ 324 - Correctional Law


    Description:
    This course examines transitions in prisoner civil rights since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that inmates hold all rights as other citizens with the exception of those necessarily taken by fact of incarceration. Constitutional issues will be analyzed, including standards for shelter and medical care, discipline, religion, and access to the courts. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 326 - Correctional Counseling


    Description:
    This course provides an analysis of the role of correctional counselor in rehabilitative efforts with offenders. Course focuses include criminal offender treatment methods and correctional or rehabilitative policy. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 327 - Community Corrections


    Description:
    Maintaining, supervising, and counseling offenders in the community-based setting. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 331 - Investigation


    Description:
    Function and propriety of investigations; methods of gathering evidence. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 332 - Police Community Relations


    Description:
    This course examines the relationship between the police and community and how to make this relationship a positive one. Analysis will be made of the history of police and friction with various groups in society. Attempts at positive police communication and community participation will also be examined. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 333 - Police Personnel Administration


    Description:
    History and philosophy of federal, state, and local police personnel programs; overview of personnel functions. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 334 - Issues in Policing


    Description:
    This course provides a comprehensive examination of the current critical issues and policy dilemmas within the American criminal justice system. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • LAJ 342 - Juvenile Justice Process


    Description:
    Includes historical, ideological development of juvenile justice process; analyses policies, mechanisms; examines integrated network of agencies; examines juvenile law, rights, treatment; examines current research. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Know the historical development of juvenile justice
    • Know the historical development of policies, laws and practices of juveniles justice
    • Know current practice and law with respect to juvenile justice
    • Learn a basic understanding of the system of juvenile justice and its components
    • Complete a research assessment and evaluation of juvenile justice and juvenile justice process
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/3/2000
  
  • LAJ 350 - Criminal Justice and the Media


    Description:
    An exploration of media messages concerning crime and criminal justice, how these portrayals compare with the operation of the criminal justice system, and how media images influence both individual attitudes and public policy. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify ways the criminal justice system is represented in popular media including movies and television programs.
    • Demonstrate critical thinking skills by comparing perceptions of criminal justice in the media to the actual practice of the criminal justice system including police, courts, and corrections.
    • Verbally express analysis of assigned movies and televisions programs.
    • Critically analyze the ways that media images influence personal opinions and public policy about crime and criminal justice.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/3/2005
  
  • LAJ 351 - Preparing for a Law Enforcement Career


    Description:
    This course provides crucial information to help students understand, prepare, compete, and promote themselves during the competitive testing and hiring process for law enforcement positions. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to the major or minor.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Discuss and understand the concept of the police department’s hiring process, the continual need for rigid hiring standards, and the historical problems that have arisen without them.
    • Identify personal accomplishments and/or detriments that may impact the student’s ability to seek police employment.
    • Apply life skills and knowledge to prepare students for a comprehensive understanding of the Civil Service examination process.
    • Be advised of current physical requirements for police service and shown the proper techniques for performing and passing the Civil Service physical examination. Active participation will be required, including performance of these requirements.
    • Identify minimum education requirements, study techniques for police testing, and current evaluation standards for police service.
    • Understand and compete in the hiring process, recognize the duties, responsibilities, and public’s expectation of the police, proper behavior, grooming, attitude, initiative, and personal responsibility throughout the hiring process, and police academy.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/21/2013
  
  • LAJ 353 - Great American Trials


    Description:
    Famous American trials in history will be explored including the role of attorneys, trial advocacy, and whether justice has been achieved. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Explain the format of trials, trial strategy and trial advocacy.
    • Identify how attorneys use verbal and non-verbal communication in the courtroom.
    • Use analytical skills to evaluate trials presented in class and make determinations about whether justice has been achieved.
    • Demonstrate their verbal advocacy skills.
    • Illustrate their research and writing abilities.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/3/2005
  
  • LAJ 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LAJ 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • LAJ 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LAJ 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • LAJ 400 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice


    Description:
    This course examines current research in criminal justice and research methods and statistics. Students will critique current methods. LAJ 300 is recommended. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Conduct independent quantitative and qualitative research
    • Demonstrate an ability to analyze quantitative data
    • Read, comprehend, and critique scholarly research in the social sciences (emphasis on criminal justice and criminology literature)
    • Construct a realistic research plan
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    10/16/2014
  
  • LAJ 401 - Ethics, Diversity, and Conflict in Criminal Justice


    Description:
    Introduce students to a multi-cultural approach to practical legal ethics within the criminal justice system. The course covers law enforcement, corrections, and Alternative Dispute Resolution. LAJ 300 is a recommended. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Understand ethical theories how to apply them in police and corrections work.
    • Apply ethical rules to a wide variety of situations likely to occur in practical work settings.
    • View criminal justice from the point of view of diverse cultures; and learn methods of performing criminal justice job tasks in a culturally responsive manner.
    • Through exposure to theory and practical techniques, develop skills in managing and resolving conflict.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/3/2000
  
  • LAJ 402 - African Americans and the Constitution


    Description:
    The law is the way a society governs itself and protects the freedom of all citizens. African Americans and the Constitution will examine legal issues engendered with dispute and division. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Critically assess the role of slavery in the formation of the U.S. Constitution.
    • Identify how the history of slavery impacted future case law in the United States.
    • Recognize landmark Supreme Court cases and how they have influenced the lived experiences of African Americans.
    • Critically assess the Brown v. Board of Education case and subsequent decisions via the language of racial jurisprudence.
    • Identify the “color blind” approach and critically assess it in the context of the lived experience of African Americans.
    • Distinguish between de jure and de facto racism and how the latter is evident today concerning African Americans.
    • Identify how the court identifies the racial divide and determine whether it’s more recent decisions are a road map for new change.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/19/2009
  
  • LAJ 403 - Sexual Minorities, the Law, and Justice


    Description:
    This course examines sexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, and transgender/transsexual issues related to the legal system. It provides a political and sociological overview of history, morality, law, and law enforcement practices related to sexual orientation. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify social justice issues related to sexual minorities
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the historical development of the treatment of sexual minorities
    • Demonstrate the ability to access information from library, internet and agency sources and reference appropriately in written assignment
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/19/2009
  
  • LAJ 410 - Legal Writing


    Description:
    The pre-law or paralegal student will learn fundamental legal writing tools in conjunction with basic rules on correspondence, retainer agreements, and other commonly used documents. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Use resources and techniques of effective writing
    • Demonstrate competency in persuasive writing
    • Use proper forms of legal citation
    • Demonstrate ability to edit, review and critique their own and other peoples work
    • Demonstrate ability to write a quality legal memorandum and/or legal brief
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 420 - Community and Social Justice


    Description:
    This course will examine the concepts of community justice and restorative justice in the larger context of social justice. Students will explore how community and restorative justice work with the traditional justice system. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify social justice issues that influence both crime and societal reactions to crime.
    • Demonstrate communication skills and how they are important to both community and restorative justice efforts.
    • Incorporate an understanding of how the historical development of the traditional criminal justice system influences the implementation of restorative and community justice projects in written work.
    • Demonstrate how community and restorative justice attempt to address unresolved ethical dilemmas in the criminal justice system.
    • Manage a criminal justice conflict using models from restorative justice or community justice.
    • Demonstrate the ability to access information from library, Internet and agency sources and reference appropriately in written assignments.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/20/2010
  
  • LAJ 426 - Advanced Correctional Counseling


    Description:
    This course will provide students with specialized training in theory and techniques required in the rapidly evolving practice of correctional counseling. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate ability to effectively interview criminal offenders
    • Describe the formal assessment tools currently used in correctional counseling and offender risk assessment
    • Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use various directive and cognitive-behavioral counseling approaches in working with criminal offenders
    • Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use offender group counseling techniques and practices
    • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of one or more counseling approaches
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 440 - Basic Mediation


    Description:
    Course provides an introduction to the philosophy, practice, and skills required for basic mediation, which are explored through readings, lectures, demonstrations, and skill-building role plays. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate a working knowledge of basic mediation skills.
    • Achieve a functional understanding of the role of a mediator.
    • Demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts of contract, tort, family law and landlord-tenant as applied to mediation.
    • Develop an appreciation for the problems of ethics in alternative dispute resolution.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 450 - Report Writing


    Description:
    Law enforcement and corrections students will learn basic writing in the context of specialized reports utilized in their fields. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly, effectively and ethically via written report
    • Use various law enforcement terms and forms accurately
    • Demonstrate ability to recognize and accurately report all relevant facts and circumstances surrounding various criminal investigations
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 451 - Crime in America


    Description:
    American crime problems in historical perspectives. Social and policy factors affecting crime. Crime impact and trends, offender, and victim profiles. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Summarize the history of crime trends
    • Describe the scope and nature of crime
    • Identify institutional sources of crime and crime control
    • Analyze the issues surrounding current and alternate crime control strategies
    • Demonstrate proficient verbal communication abilities
    • Demonstrate proficient analytical and writing abilities
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 453 - Domestic Violence Issues


    Description:
    This course provides an overview of domestic violence in our society and examines critical issues, including perspectives from the legislature, courts, police, prosecutors, and victims. Significant emphasis on these perspectives in Washington State. LAJ 300 is recommended. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify the legislation designed to address the issue of domestic violence
    • Explain the history of perspectives on domestic violence and attempts to manage it
    • Describe the meaning of domestic violence for victims and why victims fail to adequately respond to the threat of future violence
    • Describe the issues relating to children and domestic violence including teen domestic violence and parenting plans
    • Analyze domestic violence batterers and attempts at treatment and control
    • Discuss issues related to domestic violence and the police including the enforcement of domestic violence laws, the duty to protect, enforcement of stalking statutes and other sundry aspects
    • Discuss issues related to prosecuting domestic violence cases and problems therein, including reluctant witnesses
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/20/2010
  
  • LAJ 455 - Comparative Criminal Justice Systems


    Description:
    In this course, students will revisit the U.S. system of criminal justice and learn an appreciation for the criminal justice systems of other countries. By the end of the course students will be able to compare and contrast the different systems and their application, benefits, and weaknesses. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Understand the historical context of Canada and Mexico justice systems and how they relate to the United States.
    • Gain knowledge of the African American, Native American, and Irish experience of justice in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
    • Explain the police professionalism, police community relations, and police corruption in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
    • Explain the court systems of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
    • Explain the prison systems of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    1/28/2010
  
  • LAJ 459 - Current Issues


    Description:
    Current legal, correctional, and enforcement issues will be explored. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Discuss the nature and dynamics of criminal behavior and society’s response to this behavior.
    • Discuss the various theories that social science scholars use to account for individual (micro) and societal (macro) level variations in crime.
    • Explain how specific institutional, subcultural, and individual-level aspects of American life contribute to the growing crime problem.
    • Analyze potential strategies and approaches that might be used to counter the harmful effects of institutional, cultural, and individual-level risk factors.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 460 - Terrorism


    Description:
    Survey of domestic terrorism and United States interests in international terrorism, including concepts and theories of terrorism, history of terrorism, terrorist organizations, specific terrorist incidents, investigative techniques, and developing legal issues. LAJ 300 is recommended. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate an understanding of the history of domestic terrorism in the United States.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of current United States interests in international terrorism.
    • Explain concepts and theories in terrorism.
    • Give examples of case studies of terrorist incidents involving U. S. interests, domestic and abroad.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of techniques for investigating terrorist incidents.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 470 - Victimology


    Description:
    In this course, students will focus on victims’ rights, legal issues pertaining to victims, psychological trauma of crime victims and how to appropriately respond in the field to crime victims. LAJ 300 is recommended.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify and explain the historical perspective of the victims’ movement and current trends in victimology including victims’ rights, legal issues and restorative justice
    • Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of victims’ rights including financial, remedies, victim services and national and state legislation
    • Identify and distinguish crisis reactions, long-term stress reactions and recovery of trauma experiences in the aftermath of crime
    • Identify and determine the legal issues, social values and interventions for child abuse, sexual abuse, domestic and family violence
    • Identify and apply proper stress management techniques
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/29/2007
  
  • LAJ 489 - Senior Seminar in Law and Justice


    Description:
    Critical examination of theory and research in the field of law and justice with an emphasis on applications to policy in law and justice. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer).

    Credits: (4)

    Learner Outcomes:

    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Organize concepts of law and social science knowledge of criminal justice
    • Modify personal knowledge in view of research knowledge
    • Select areas of policy and practice in need of further research
    • Synthesize theories of law in society, criminal justice and social justice
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    12/21/17

  
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    LAJ 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • LAJ 491 - Workshop


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LAJ 492 - Teaching Experience in Law and Justice


    Description:
    Completion of course in which teaching or assisting is to be done and approval of the instructor and department chair. By permission. May be repeated up to 8 credits. Grade will either be S or U.

    Credits: (1-4)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Improve communication skills
    • Develop the ability to develop instructional materials
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  • LAJ 493 - Field Experience


    Description:
    Supervised internship experience in an approved agency taken during the final two years of the program. Department permission. May be repeated up to 12 credits. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer).

    Prerequisites:
    Co-requisite: LAJ 499.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Provide opportunities for students to integrate knowledge, values and skills acquired during completion of their academic curriculum.
    • Assist students in developing professional competency through supervised application of theory to various practice settings
    • Introduce students to individuals and populations involved in the criminal justice system in order to promote understanding of the system and the people it services.
    • Provide opportunity for students to work as part of a professional team, and to participate in collaborative activities with members of related professional groups.
    • Foster the development of professional ethics, standards and methods of evaluating practice
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    2/1/18
  
  • LAJ 495 - Directed Research


    Description:
    Individual research project. LAJ 300 is recommended. By permission. May be repeated up to 10 credits.

    Credits: (1-5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Design, execute, conduct data analysis, and write final report
    • Design and conduct a legal research-project
    • Design and conduct a qualitative research report
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    3/6/2008
  
  
  • LAJ 497 - Forensics Capstone


    Description:
    A capstone course designed to assess student mastery of fundamental knowledge of forensics through submission of a portfolio of work collected throughout the program, and explore future opportunities. ANTH 497 and LAJ 497 are crosslisted; students may not receive credit for both.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: senior standing.

    Credits: (1)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate understanding of forensic sciences in medico-legal contexts
    • Compose technical written report presenting forensic evidence
    • Formulate oral argument interpreting forensic evidence
    • Assess, interpret and critique sample forensics cases
    • Revise prior student work for professional presentation
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    4/2/2015
  
  • LAJ 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LAJ 499 - Field Experience Seminar


    Description:
    Seminar to accompany supervised internship in an approved placement. Must be taken in conjunction with LAJ 493.

    Credits: (1-5)


Leadership (LEAD)

  
  • LEAD 101 - Foundations of Leadership


    Description:
    Simulation-heavy course purposed for developing a conceptual understanding of leadership across contexts. Knowledge acquisition of core leadership concepts (e.g., perspective-taking, decision-making, etc.) is reinforced through high-fidelity activities.

    Credits: (2)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate awareness of special decision-making considerations for leaders.
    • Recognize leadership opportunities in informal capacities (e.g., family member, friend, group member, university student).
    • Define and provide an example of action-oriented leadership concepts emphasized in the course: goal­setting, helping, and inspiring, demonstrating, planning, decision-making, empathizing, feedback-giving, and problem-solving.
    • Understand the capability and limitation of leadership across different contexts (e.g. political, organizational, civic, etc.).
    • Personally define leadership.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    6/5/2017
  
  • LEAD 201 - Leading Others: Essential Skills


    Description:
    Students examine leadership theory and principles as they relate to group leadership situations. With emphasis on developing essential leadership skills and competencies, students apply learning in simulated classroom activities and through an affiliated service-learning program.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: LEAD 101.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate ethical awareness and judgment in decision making.
    • Demonstrate refinement of essential leadership competencies: ethics, relationship-orientation, perspective taking self-awareness, self-efficacy, self-regulation, self-assurance, and adaptability.
    • Demonstrate personal development of communication skills.
    • Demonstrate complete decision-making in problem or conflict situations.
    • Recognize and understand major leadership theories and principles related to dyadic or group leadership.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    11/5/2015
  
  • LEAD 298 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LEAD 299 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • LEAD 301 - Organizational Leadership


    Description:
    Theory-driven, applied-oriented analysis of leadership in organizations.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: LEAD 101 and LEAD 201 or be permission.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Understand the historical development of leadership in organizations.
    • Learn several widely accepted leadership theories.
    • Identify and recommend the use of appropriate leadership theories for organizational activities.
    • Seek to develop as leaders.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    5/21/2015
  
  • LEAD 396 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LEAD 397 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • LEAD 398 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LEAD 399 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • LEAD 401 - Leadership Experience


    Description:
    Project-based review and application of effective leadership principles and skills acquired through previous leadership curriculum.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisites: LEAD 101, and LEAD 201, and LEAD 301 or by permission.

    Credits: (5)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Formulate coherent framework for integration of relational leadership theory, understand leadership experiences of self and others.
    • Use relationship- building skills with individuals, task groups, professional associations, community associations, boards, advocacy groups, etc.
    • Illustrate role of emotional intelligence in leadership, identify students’ own emotional intelligence.
    • Implement positive conflict resolution techniques.
    • Identify the role of values and ethics in leadership.
    • Demonstrate ability to effectively lead others in a business, university, or community project.
    • Evaluate students’ own leader effectiveness.
    • Identify goals and select and implement interventions that will enhance the functioning of a population, organization and/or community group.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    5/21/2015
  
  • LEAD 496 - Individual Study


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LEAD 497 - Honors


    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: admission to department honors program.

    Credits: (1-12)

  
  • LEAD 498 - Special Topics


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LEAD 499 - Seminar


    Description:
    May be repeated if subject is different.

    Credits: (1-5)


Library Science (LIS)

  
  • LIS 110 - Research Fundamentals


    Description:
    Designed for students new to research at the college level. Course explores knowledge of information sources, more effective searching technique familiarity of services for researchers.

    Credits: (1)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Identify when research support is necessary in the completion of an academic assignment.
    • Identify various informational databases to obtain research support materials.
    • Effectively search various information databases to obtain research support materials.
    • Incorporate the ethical use of information in creative works.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    4/3/2014
  
  • LIS 191 - Workshop


    Description:
    By permission. May be repeated for credit under different subtitle. May be repeated up to 9 credits.

    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • LIS 201 - Foundations of Library and Information Science


    Description:
    Introductory course covering the history of libraries and information usage in contemporary society. The course will explore the role of libraries in the organization, preservation and dissemination of information and career opportunities in the discipline.

    Prerequisites:
    Prerequisite: LIS 110.

    Credits: (3)

    Learner Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

    • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of library programs, information systems, and information in a democratic society.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the social, ethical, and legal implications of information access, services, and technologies, to include such concepts as intellectual property, educational fair use, privacy, security, and public domain.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of different types of library and information programs and their service populations.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the history and development of the library profession, both nationally and internationally.
    Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
    4/3/2014
 

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