Justice Center Class Schedules

Spring Semester 2019

JUST

• A110 *Introduction to Justice 3 Credits

  *Introduction to Justice

  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.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37050	001	MW	10:00AM - 11:15AM	BMH 116	Augustyn, Rita	January 14 - May 4	6

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A200 Intro to Rsrch Methods in Just 3 Credits

  Intro to Rsrch Methods in Just

  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.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31483	001	TR	10:00AM - 11:15AM	ADM 148	Johnson, Ingrid	January 14 - May 4	13

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A201 Justice Data Analysis 3 Credits

  Justice Data Analysis

  Introduces students to descriptive statistical analysis and presentation of crime and justice data. Topics include measures of central tendency, dispersion, hypothesis testing and statistical significance. Data presentations focus on the production and interpretation of tables and graphs to impact justice policy and practice. Registration Restrictions: If the prerequisite is not satisfied, an approved UAA placement test score is required.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31484	001	MW	10:00AM - 11:15AM	RH 215	Barnes, Allan	January 14 - May 4	10

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A241 Business Law I 3 Credits

  Business Law I

  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.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31486	051	MW	11:30AM - 12:45AM	RH 117	Trotter, Richard	January 14 - May 4	0 (Wait List: 0)
  View detailed information for CRN:31487	052	MW	4:00PM - 5:15PM	RH 110	Trotter, Richard	January 14 - May 4	0 (Wait List: 0)

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A251 *Crime & Delinquency 3 Credits

  *Crime & Delinquency

  Presents theoretical perspectives on the causes, consequences, and control of crime and delinquency. Surveys 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. Crosslisted with SOC A251

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31489	051	TR	11:30AM - 12:45AM	SSB 251	Lee, Yeungjeom	January 14 - May 4	10

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A315 Development of Law 3 Credits

  Development of Law

  Examines the philosophy and development of law in the United States from colonial times to the present. Explores American constitutional history and the role of the courts, the legislature and the executive branch in the lawmaking process. Analyzes legal developments as they relate to changing economic, political, social and intellectual trends. Registration Restrictions: Completion of Written Communication Skills GER for baccalaureate degrees with a minimum grade of D.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31491	001	MW	8:30AM - 9:45AM	PSB 148	Johnson, Lars	January 14 - May 4	1

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A330 *Justice & Society 3 Credits

  *Justice & Society

  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.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31492	001	MW	1:00PM - 2:15PM	RH 220	Barnes, Allan	January 14 - May 4	6

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A332 Environmental Crime Prevention 3 Credits

  Environmental Crime Prevention

  Examines the theoretical background to opportunity- reducing in environmental crime prevention. Explores the application and implementation of crime prevention through environmental design, defensible space, and problem-oriented policing. Illustrates the practical and policy difficulties of environmental crime prevention through the use of case studies and field work. Special Note: JUST A320 recommended

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37051	001	MW	11:30AM - 12:45AM	RH 211	Chamard, Sharon	January 14 - May 4	19

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A365 Comparative Justice Systems 3 Credits

  Comparative Justice Systems

  Compares and contrasts global justice systems and examines international problems related to crime and justice.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37052	001	MW	4:00PM - 5:15PM	SSB 213	Barnes, Allan	January 14 - May 4	27

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A366 Substance Use & Crime 3 Credits

  Substance Use & Crime

  Introduces the psychopharmacology, physiological effects and schedule classification for substance of abuse. Reviews data estimating extent of use, abuse and related consequences. Provides a critical analysis of the connection between crime and substance use. Differentiates between policy responses to substance use and abuse including prevention, treatment, enforcement and harm reduction. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37053	001	TR	2:30PM - 3:45PM	ADM 148	Lee, Yeungjeom	January 14 - May 4	22

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A374 The Courts 3 Credits

  The Courts

  Examines the basic components of the U.S. courts with particular emphasis on case processing through the court system and the roles of court actors. Covers the history as well as the current structure and function of the court system and assesses the gap between the ideals and the realities of court processes and practices. Registration Restrictions: Junior or Senior standing

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31496	001	TR	11:30AM - 12:45AM	BMH 117	Knudsen, Kristin	January 14 - May 4	9

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A413 Communications Law 3 Credits

  Communications Law

  Legal rights, privileges, and regulations of press, radio, television, Internet and films; libel, contempt, copyright, rights of privacy; decisions of regulatory bodies. Crosslisted with JPC A413.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37012	051	R	2:30PM - 5:15PM	PSB 219	Blatchford, Edgar	January 14 - May 4	1

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A432 *Crime Analysis & Mapping 3 Credits

  *Crime Analysis & Mapping

  Introduces analytical concepts and computer applications used in the study of temporal and spatial crime data. Demonstrates how these techniques can be used by justice agencies with a special emphasis given to police departments. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31500	001	T	2:30PM - 5:15PM	RH 216	Payne, Troy	January 14 - May 4	5

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A434 Police-Community Relations 3 Credits

  Police-Community Relations

  Examines police-community relations in the United States. Explores common conceptions of the police role, from the perspective of both the public and the police themselves, and their impact on police-community relations. Particular emphasis is given to recent developments aimed at ameliorating strained relationships between the police and the various communities they serve. Registration Restrictions: Senior standing or instructor approval

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37054	001	MW	2:30PM - 3:45PM	PSB 219	Myrstol, Bradley	January 14 - May 4	25

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A443 *Civil Liberties 3 Credits

  *Civil Liberties

  Examines civil liberties in the United States with emphasis on the First Amendment, discrimination, the right to privacy and criminal justice. Focuses on Supreme Court cases and literature and considers various influences on legal analysis and judicial decision-making. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing Crosslisted with LEGL A443

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31501	051	TR	10:00AM - 11:15AM	PSB 219	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	7

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A445 Probation, Parole & Comm Corr 3 Credits

  Probation, Parole & Comm Corr

  Covers the history and development of probation and parole, including notions of rehabilitation, reentry and reintegration. Investigates evidence-based standards, and numerous and diverse types of supervision, treatment, control, restoration and supportive programs for criminal offenders within the community.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31502	001	MW	1:00PM - 2:15PM	SSB 251	Augustyn, Rita	January 14 - May 4	22

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A460 *Justice in Crisis 3 Credits

  *Justice in Crisis

  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 and senior standing

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37055	001	W	2:30PM - 5:15PM	ADM 143B	Everett, Ronald	January 14 - May 4	18

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A485 *Tribal Courts & AK Ntv Rights 3 Credits

  *Tribal Courts & AK Ntv Rights

  Explores history and nature of Alaska Natives' legal relationship with state and federal governments, issues of tribal sovereignty in the United States and Alaska Native self-government. Studies the history and impact of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and the operation of tribal courts in the United States with an emphasis on tribal courts in Alaska. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing Crosslisted with LEGL A485

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31503	051	R	2:30PM - 5:15PM	SSB 250	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	5

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37510	251	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	6

• A490 Contemp Justice Issues 1 - 6 Credits

  Contemp Justice Issues

  A variable topics course which addresses current issues. Topics of national interest as well as those peculiar to Alaska will be included. Special Note: May be repeated once for credit with a change in subtitle. Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37056	001	MW	10:00AM - 11:15AM	PSB 219	Chamard, Sharon	January 14 - May 4	25
  View detailed information for CRN:37057	002	TR	1:00PM - 2:15PM	PSB 148	Johnson, Ingrid	January 14 - May 4	20
  View detailed information for CRN:37058	003	MW	11:30AM - 12:45AM	SSB 213	Everett, Ronald	January 14 - May 4	16

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

LEGL

• A101 *Introduction to Law 3 Credits

  *Introduction to Law

  Introduces legal processes in a democratic society. Emphasis on legal terminology, federal and state court systems, and judicial decision making. Introduction to basic concepts of contracts, torts, criminal law, family law and administrative law. Includes skills for conducting basic legal analysis.

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A367 Civil Proc & Pretrial Prac 3 Credits

  Civil Proc & Pretrial Prac

  Introduces procedural concepts of civil litigation and pretrial practice. Covers the rules of pleading and process, discovery, and motion practice. Reviews concepts of jurisdiction, venue, parties, statutes of limitation, and res judicata, and the ethical duties of competence and diligence. Emphasizes applied professional skills and practice in Alaska. Legal specialty course.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37059	001	MW	11:30AM - 12:45AM	BMH 228	Knudsen, Kristin	January 14 - May 4	15

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A377 Evidence, Investigation & Disc 3 Credits

  Evidence, Investigation & Disc

  Examines state and federal rules of evidence; sources and scope of privileges; techniques, ethics, and management of case investigation; and discovery processes and problems. Emphasizes professional skills development, Alaska law, and electronic discovery. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Prior completion of LEGL A367 is recommended.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31514	001	MW	10:00AM - 11:15AM	BMH 118	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	12

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A380 Torts, Wkrs' Comp, & Insur Law 3 Credits

  Torts, Wkrs' Comp, & Insur Law

  Analyzes nature and function of the law of torts, workers' compensation, and liability insurance in the United States, as well as the role of the nonlawyer legal professional in tort litigation and workers' compensation claims. Includes ethical issues in tort, workers' compensation, and insurance cases. Practice in Alaska and the development of professional skills are emphasized. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Completion of LEGL A356 is strongly recommended.

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37060	001	MW	5:30PM - 6:45PM	PSB 148	Page, Nelson	January 14 - May 4	17

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A443 *Civil Liberties 3 Credits

  *Civil Liberties

  Examines civil liberties in the United States with emphasis on the First Amendment, discrimination, the right to privacy and criminal justice. Focuses on Supreme Court cases and literature and considers various influences on legal analysis and judicial decision-making. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing

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  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31517	051	TR	10:00AM - 11:15AM	PSB 219	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	5

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A485 *Tribal Courts & AK Ntv Rights 3 Credits

  *Tribal Courts & AK Ntv Rights

  Explores history and nature of Alaska Natives' legal relationship with state and federal governments, issues of tribal sovereignty in the United States, and Alaska Native self-government. Studies the history and impact of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and the operation of tribal courts in the United States with emphasis on tribal courts in Alaska. Registration Restrictions: Completion of all GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior or senior standing

  (Click on an individual CRN for more information on each offering)

  Traditional

  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31518	051	R	2:30PM - 5:15PM	SSB 250	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	11

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  CRN	Section	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:37062	251	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	1

• A487 Trial & Adv Litigation Process 3 Credits

  Trial & Adv Litigation Process

  Addresses advanced litigation processes and trial support. Includes alternative dispute resolution processes, case management systems, pretrial orders, pleadings, exhibit and witness lists, pretrial motions, jury instructions and selection, judgments and orders, and notices of appeal. Practice in Alaska and development of professional skills is emphasized. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: LEGL A356 is strongly recommended.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31519	001	W	2:30PM - 5:15PM	ESH 206	Fortson, Hardy	January 14 - May 4	5

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  No Distance Learning courses available.

• A489 Legal Studies Senior Seminar 3 Credits

  Legal Studies Senior Seminar

  Analyzes advanced legal concepts and the role of the nonlawyer in administrative law, business organizations, contract law, torts and workers' compensation, estate planning and probate, and property law. Emphasizes applied paraprofessional skills in legal research, fact analysis, and drafting legal documents. Legal specialty course. Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing.

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  CRN	Section	Day(s)	Times	Bldg/Room	Instructor	Dates	Open Seats
  View detailed information for CRN:31520	001	M	2:30PM - 5:15PM	LIB 214	Periman, Deborah	January 14 - May 4	15

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  No Distance Learning courses available.