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Justice Center Semester Course Offerings
Summer Semester 2012
Justice & Paralegal Summer 2012 Course Listing, revised 5/22/2012 Please Note: In summer 2012, J490 AK Laws & Climate Change class will begin at 5:00pm in room RH 211 on the first day of class, 5/29/2012.
*JUST A490 & the ind/practicum, internship and research courses are not included in the list below*
Introduction to business law. Covers topics such as the American legal system, dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contract laws and theory, international law, and business ethics. Crosslisted with BA A241.
Introduction to business law. Covers topics such as the American legal system, dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contract laws and theory, international law, and business ethics. Crosslisted with BA A241.
An introduction to American constitutional law through a study of selected Supreme Court cases. Among the topics considered are judicial review; separation of powers; property, commerce, and taxation; liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights; equal protection; and privacy. Comparisons are made with the Alaska Constitution. Crosslisted with PS A343.
An introduction to American constitutional law through a study of selected Supreme Court cases. Among the topics considered are judicial review; separation of powers; property, commerce, and taxation; liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights; equal protection; and privacy. Comparisons are made with the Alaska Constitution. Crosslisted with PS A343.
Justice systems are examined on a global basis, in contrast with American justice systems, as a basis for a comparative approach to present-day national and international problems in crime and the administration of justice. Varying approaches--continental, Anglo-American and eastern--to policing, corrections, legal systems and social order are reviewed and evaluated.
Justice systems are examined on a global basis, in contrast with American justice systems, as a basis for a comparative approach to present-day national and international problems in crime and the administration of justice. Varying approaches--continental, Anglo-American and eastern--to policing, corrections, legal systems and social order are reviewed and evaluated.
Survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on role of law and those involved in its administration--police, courts, and correction organizations. Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice courses.
Survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on role of law and those involved in its administration--police, courts, and correction organizations. Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice courses.
Survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on role of law and those involved in its administration--police, courts, and correction organizations. Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice courses.
Survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on role of law and those involved in its administration--police, courts, and correction organizations. Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice courses.
Survey of philosophies, functions and methods of social control with emphasis on role of law and those involved in its administration--police, courts, and correction organizations. Includes study of history, organization, processes, and problems related to law and justice agencies in a heterogeneous, democratic society. Special Note: This course is a prerequisite to most Justice courses.
Introduces social science research methods used in Justice studies, including explication of the scientific method, experimental and quasi-experimental designs, sampling, data collection methods, and analytical strategies. Students will participate in exercises that develop their capacity to critically evaluate research designs routinely employed in Justice research and program evaluations.
Introduces social science research methods used in Justice studies, including explication of the scientific method, experimental and quasi-experimental designs, sampling, data collection methods, and analytical strategies. Students will participate in exercises that develop their capacity to critically evaluate research designs routinely employed in Justice research and program evaluations.
Introduces basic descriptive statistics and data presentation strategies. Covers measures of central tendency, variation, and strength of association. Data presentation will focus on production and interpretation of tables, graphs, and maps.
Introduces basic descriptive statistics and data presentation strategies. Covers measures of central tendency, variation, and strength of association. Data presentation will focus on production and interpretation of tables, graphs, and maps.
An introduction to the basic concepts of probation and parole; the use of authority in corrective services; institutional methods; a study of popular and professional concepts in corrections.
An introduction to the basic concepts of probation and parole; the use of authority in corrective services; institutional methods; a study of popular and professional concepts in corrections.
Survey of organization and management of police, court, correctional and legal operations, agency roles, goals, structural arrangements and administrative practices; applicability of theory and research; techniques and instruments of organization and management; and principles of change. Special Note: Offered Fall and Spring Semesters.
Survey of organization and management of police, court, correctional and legal operations, agency roles, goals, structural arrangements and administrative practices; applicability of theory and research; techniques and instruments of organization and management; and principles of change. Special Note: Offered Fall and Spring Semesters.
Introduction to business law. Covers topics such as the American legal system, dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contract laws and theory, international law, and business ethics. Crosslisted with BA A241.
Introduction to business law. Covers topics such as the American legal system, dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contract laws and theory, international law, and business ethics. Crosslisted with BA A241.
Introduction to business law. Covers topics such as the American legal system, dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contract laws and theory, international law, and business ethics. Crosslisted with BA A241.
Introduction to business law. Covers topics such as the American legal system, dispute resolution, constitutional and government regulation of business, torts, contract laws and theory, international law, and business ethics. Crosslisted with BA A241.
Continuation of Business Law I. Covers topics such as sales and leases, negotiables, debtor-creditor relations, agency, business organizations, and property protection. Crosslisted with BA A242.
Continuation of Business Law I. Covers topics such as sales and leases, negotiables, debtor-creditor relations, agency, business organizations, and property protection. Crosslisted with BA A242.
Theoretical perspectives on the causes, consequences, and control of crime and delinquency. Survey of the major theoretical perspectives in the study of crime and delinquency with special attention to the application of empirical research methods to important theoretical issues.
Theoretical perspectives on the causes, consequences, and control of crime and delinquency. Survey of the major theoretical perspectives in the study of crime and delinquency with special attention to the application of empirical research methods to important theoretical issues.
Theoretical perspectives on the causes, consequences, and control of crime and delinquency. Survey of the major theoretical perspectives in the study of crime and delinquency with special attention to the application of empirical research methods to important theoretical issues.
Provides an overview of forensic science and its relationship within the justice system. Focuses on the various areas of criminalistics, which typically involve the analysis done in government crime labs on physical evidence gathered in the course of a criminal investigation. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
Provides an overview of forensic science and its relationship within the justice system. Focuses on the various areas of criminalistics, which typically involve the analysis done in government crime labs on physical evidence gathered in the course of a criminal investigation. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
Examination of crime prevention strategies and concepts not usually found in law enforcement efforts. The legal, moral and ethical considerations and problems of human and environmental manipulation are explored in an interdisciplinary context. Emphasizes new and innovative approaches to preventing criminal behavior.
Examination of crime prevention strategies and concepts not usually found in law enforcement efforts. The legal, moral and ethical considerations and problems of human and environmental manipulation are explored in an interdisciplinary context. Emphasizes new and innovative approaches to preventing criminal behavior.
The evolutionary influence of ideology, technology and social interests on the justice system. The dynamic impact of long-term emerging concepts such as 'equality' and 'privacy' will be viewed against the background of requirements of political and economic organization.
The evolutionary influence of ideology, technology and social interests on the justice system. The dynamic impact of long-term emerging concepts such as 'equality' and 'privacy' will be viewed against the background of requirements of political and economic organization.
Comprehensive study of federal and state statutes and judicial doctrines governing familial relationships. Emphasis on marriage, divorce, child custody, support, property rights, adoption, and child protection. The impact of the Indian Child Welfare Act in Alaska family law is explored. Crosslisted with PARL A340.
Comprehensive study of federal and state statutes and judicial doctrines governing familial relationships. Emphasis on marriage, divorce, child custody, support, property rights, adoption, and child protection. The impact of the Indian Child Welfare Act in Alaska family law is explored. Crosslisted with PARL A340.
An introduction to American constitutional law through a study of selected Supreme Court cases. Among the topics considered are judicial review; separation of powers; property, commerce, and taxation; liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights; equal protection; and privacy. Comparisons are made with the Alaska Constitution. Crosslisted with PS A343.
An introduction to American constitutional law through a study of selected Supreme Court cases. Among the topics considered are judicial review; separation of powers; property, commerce, and taxation; liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights; equal protection; and privacy. Comparisons are made with the Alaska Constitution. Crosslisted with PS A343.
Intensive study of the development of political and civil rights with particular emphasis on the period since 1937. Focuses on cases and literature of the Supreme Court and considers various influences on judicial decision making.
Intensive study of the development of political and civil rights with particular emphasis on the period since 1937. Focuses on cases and literature of the Supreme Court and considers various influences on judicial decision making.
Study of elements, purposes, and functions of substantive criminal law. Includes casebook study of general law of crimes and defenses with concentration on Alaska cases and statutes in Alaska Criminal Code. Historical and philosophical concepts are covered. Special Note: Offered Fall Semesters. Crosslisted with PARL A352.
Study of elements, purposes, and functions of substantive criminal law. Includes casebook study of general law of crimes and defenses with concentration on Alaska cases and statutes in Alaska Criminal Code. Historical and philosophical concepts are covered. Special Note: Offered Fall Semesters. Crosslisted with PARL A352.
Study of processes and issues in police, court and correctional agency operations. Definition of goals; organizational design and development, organizing and managing financial, personnel and management processes; budget, union, communication, record; community-based programs; inspection, and program assessment. Contemporary administrative process problems. Special Note: Offered Fall and Spring Semesters.
Study of processes and issues in police, court and correctional agency operations. Definition of goals; organizational design and development, organizing and managing financial, personnel and management processes; budget, union, communication, record; community-based programs; inspection, and program assessment. Contemporary administrative process problems. Special Note: Offered Fall and Spring Semesters.
Examines the relationship between alcohol use and a variety of criminal behaviors including assault, homicide, and drunken driving. Special consideration is given to legislative and environmental approaches for preventing the negative consequences of alcohol use. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing
Examines the relationship between alcohol use and a variety of criminal behaviors including assault, homicide, and drunken driving. Special consideration is given to legislative and environmental approaches for preventing the negative consequences of alcohol use. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing
Critically examines various perspectives on justice and the ability of a society to maintain the ideal of justice. Compares conditions in different countries and investigates different social and historical conditions when justice was challenged. Analyzes the influence of culture, race/ethnicity and socioeconomic inequality on the operation of the American justice system. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (Basic college-level skills) courses, Justice major and senior standing.
Critically examines various perspectives on justice and the ability of a society to maintain the ideal of justice. Compares conditions in different countries and investigates different social and historical conditions when justice was challenged. Analyzes the influence of culture, race/ethnicity and socioeconomic inequality on the operation of the American justice system. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (Basic college-level skills) courses, Justice major and senior standing.
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