Academic Catalog 2025-2026

Academic Catalog 2025 - 2026

rehabilitative programs in the juvenile justice field from both historical and practical perspectives. Emphasis will also be placed on ethical and legal issues that are relevant to the processing of juvenile offenders. CRJ 3200 Criminal Procedure 3 credits An analysis of materials covering police practices such as arrest, search, seizure, wiretapping, eavesdropping, use of informants, entrapment, confessions, and lineups. Also covers commencement of formal criminal proceedings; bail, the decision to prosecute, the grand jury, the preliminary hearing, venue, joinder and severance, and speedy trail. The An examination of selected topics in specific areas of study in Criminal Justice. PLA 2500 Criminal Law 3 credits A survey of the history and philosophy of criminal law; the scope, purpose, definition, and classification of modern criminal law; offenses against the person, property offenses, and a discussion of the relationship between the Constitutional rights of the individual and the protection of society. DAN 2005 Dance Appreciation 3 credits This course is an introductory survey class that investigates dance as a primary mode of human expression and communication. Included will be an overview of the art form’s global history and current applications. DAN 2125 Dance Improvisation 3 credits This course is to learn the practice of creativity and non-verbal communication through dance studies and application. DAN 1052/2052/3052/4052 Topics in Dance 3 credits An examination of selected topics in specific areas of study in Dance. DESIGN AND DIGITAL MEDIA DIG 2200 Disney: An Exploration of Disney Media in Pop Culture 3 credits Students explore pop culture themes and learn how to create design projects that combine digital media skills with current media trends. The course will investigate technology, television, magazines, sports, books, movies, fashion, music, and other contemporary multimedia forms. Marketing case studies on Disney and its spin-off brands, will address the economic, technological, and social aspects of this ever-growing pop culture universe. Course Fee DIG 2216 Digital Imaging and Design 3 credits Students use Adobe Photoshop to explore the artistic potential of imaging technology and solve visual problems. They learn how to plan and produce digital images that demonstrate an understanding of design, composition, color, and visual communication. Hands-on projects include image manipulation, photo retouching, photo montage, text and layout techniques for digital art, ads, and publications. (Prerequisite: CIS 1255) Course Fee DIG 2250 Digital Photography 3 credits Explore photography as a digital medium of visual expression. Image capture and technical camera controls are demonstrated. Composition, lighting, color, and subject matter are examined and artistically manipulated. Adobe Photoshop instruction focuses on photography related tasks such as cropping, sizing, sharpening, and image enhancement. Students supply their own digital camera. (Prerequisite: CIS 1255) Course Fee DIG 2257 Web Design 3 credits An introduction to the design, creation, and maintenance of web pages and websites. Students gain fundamental knowledge of HTML and CSS, as well as effective navigation, appropriate use of graphics, type, color, and 4 th , 5 th , 6 th , & 8 th amendments will be a primary focus. CRJ 1052/2052/3052/4052 Topics in Criminal Justice 3 credits DANCE

multimedia. (Prerequisite: CIS 1255) Course Fee DIG 2260 Digital Music & Audio Recording

3 credits This course explores digital music and sound production. Students learn to arrange and manipulate their own unique

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