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CJS 377 Criminal Justice Practicum

This field practicum involves the student in the day-to-day function of a criminal justice agency. It is designed to provide students with an opportunity to translate the theoretically-oriented classroom experience into practical application.

Prerequisites

Special information

Note: CJS 377 provides a way for students to earn academic credit in connection with an internship at a criminal justice organization. This is a community-engaged course. Students arrange a placement to complete about 40 hours of fieldwork for every credit taken. Confirm the exact total with your instructor once you know your credit load. Talk to the instructor about logistics.
1-8 Undergraduate credits

Effective August 1, 1998 to present

Meets graduation requirements for

Learning outcomes

General

  • Identify and explain the mission statement of the organization and what the agency is doing to achieve its mission.
  • Evaluate how the agency fits in the larger picture of crime and justice.
  • Identify and explain the major goals and objectives of the practicum site and analyze it to overall criminal justice objectives.
  • Examine issues of diversity, ethics and social justice as they relate to work in the criminal justice arena.
  • Develop and improve critical thinking and communication skills.

Spring 2026

Section Title Instructor books eservices
41 Criminal Justice Practicum Sethuraju, Raj Books Course details
42 Criminal Justice Practicum Sethuraju, Raj Books Course details