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CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

CIP Code 4301045124

3 Course Credits

This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes.

3 Lecture Hours Per Week
48 Contact Hours

Instructional Methods: LEC

Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course