CJ 212 - Criminal Investigation

Credits - 3 Lecture - 3
This course covers the fundamentals of criminal investigation including the gathering of investigative information from victims and witnesses, the search and recording of crime scenes, and the principles involved in collecting and preserving physical evidence. There is a strong emphasis on investigative policies, procedures, and practices that are necessary and essential in preparing such information and evidence for court.
Recommended: CJ 100, CJ 109 and CJ 210
Prerequisite: WR 060 or placement & CJ 110
Term(s) Offered: Winter
Course Designation: C/T Elective - A maximum of 12 credits of college-level career and technical courses may be used as electives in the A.A.O.T. and the A.A.S. degrees.