CJS 300 Corrections and Community Corrections
Corrections is a primary component of the American criminal justice system. This course is designed to introduce students to the profession and academic discipline of corrections. Course work exposes students to the philosophy and procedures of punishment; the various components within the correctional community such as confinement, probation and parole, and community corrections. The course also addresses issues relating to prisoners, such as prisoners' rights and prison life and other issues relating to the American correctional system, such as capital punishment, rehabilitation, juvenile justice, and financial penalties.
Prerequisite: CJS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice.
Prerequisites
Special information
4 Undergraduate credits
Effective August 15, 2017 to present
Learning outcomes
General
- Demonstrate an understanding of diversity issues as they relate to Corrections.
- Demonstrate understanding of correctional history, processes, structures, and ideologies in the United States.
- Evaluate information distributed by the press regarding current correctional trends
- Identify and explain the goals of the corrections system and the various means of achieving those goals.
- Develop and improve critical thinking and communication skills.
Spring 2026
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | Corrections and Community Corrections | Johnson, Andrew R | Books for CJS-300-50 Spring 2026 | Course details for CJS-300-50 Spring 2026 |
Summer 2026
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | Corrections and Community Corrections | Johnson, Andrew R | Books for CJS-300-50 Summer 2026 | Course details for CJS-300-50 Summer 2026 |
Fall 2026
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | Corrections and Community Corrections | Johnson, Andrew R | Books for CJS-300-50 Fall 2026 | Course details for CJS-300-50 Fall 2026 |