Criminal Justice: Criminal Investigations examines the concepts and practices of criminal investigative work from its early history to modern investigative methods. Students will explore the evolution of criminal investigation and the role it plays within the criminal justice system.
Areas of emphasis include the history of criminal investigation; identification, documentation, and collection of physical evidence; statutory guidelines; the role of the criminal investigator as a witness; and investigative methods used for different types of felony crimes. Students will analyze case studies and learn how investigative procedures support ethical, legal, and effective law enforcement practices.
This course is designed for students interested in advanced study or careers in criminal justice, law enforcement, forensic science, or related fields.
Students choosing to take the course for college credit must apply to Crowder College and enroll in the course through both Crowder College and the high school. Students are financially responsible for any course fees incurred for taking the course for college credit.
Prerequisites for the course include the successful completion of Criminal Justice 265 (CJ-265).