Distance Learning

Distance Programs

Private Security and Loss Prevention

Undergraduate Certificates


Courses are offered via the Web (Internet). On-campus visits are not required.

CRIM 200 Criminology—3 credits. A consideration of criminality, its nature and extent, particularly in the United States; and an analysis of the etiology of criminal behavior, criminal law, and societal reactions to criminals.

CRIM 201 Institutional, Industrial, and Commercial Security—3 credits. Emphasizes prevention of security problems and the promotion and observance of effective security measures to protect lives, property, and proprietary information. Prerequisites: CRIM 200 or consent of instructor.

CRIM 203 Crime Prevention—3 credits. Provides an overview of types of crime prevention programs that can be implemented by police departments; retail, commercial, or individual firms; and community action groups and individual citizens. Prerequisites: CRIM 200 or consent of instructor.

CRIM 280 Law of Criminal Justice—3 credits. A survey of American criminal law and procedure relative to the functioning of criminal justice agencies. Prerequisites: 3 credits of criminology or consent of instructor.

CRIM 316 Correctional Reports and Records—3 credits. A survey of the most frequently used forms of reports and records required by local, state, and federal agencies directly involved in the administration of corrections. Special attention will be given to the technical skills necessary for completing such forms and reports. Prerequisites: 6 credits of criminology or consent of instructor.

CRIM 435 Criminal Investigation—3 credits. Organization and functions of investigative agencies, basic considerations in the investigation of crime, collection and preservation of physical evidence, elements of legal proof in the submission of evidence, investigation of specific types of offenses. Prerequisites: CRIM 200 and 220, or consent of instructor.


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