CR 250 - Introduction to Corrections

Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to study the history of corrections in the world. The history of correction from 2000 BC to the present will be covered. This course will cover the following areas: the American system of corrections (including prisons); penitentiary; jails; probation; parole; juvenile justice; and alternate punishment concept/usages.

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

demonstrate an understanding of the history of corrections, and its operations today;
comprehend the present prison system and alternatives to prison;
differentiate the relationship between corrections, parole, probation, and how each works within the criminal justice system; and
understand the application of the juvenile justice system and punishment, and how it differs from the adult correctional system.

Prerequisites: CR 150, CR 160 or permission of instructor.
F/S (C, N, S)