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Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

CRJ 142 Criminal Investigation

Credits: (3)

CRJ 142 is a course which focuses on methodology in the field of crime, modus ope- randi, sources of information, crime scene search and recording, collection and preservation of physical evidence, interviews and interrogation, scientific aids, observation and description, case preparation, and testimony in court. There is a strong emphasis on investigative polices, procedures, and practices that are necessary and essential to secure the truth within today’s legal climate.

Learning Outcomes
  1. Discuss the fundamental principles of a criminal investigation.
  2. Describe the steps necessary to process a crime scene.
  3. Identify and sort different evidence type needed to obtain a conviction.
  4. Describe the investigative process for major, minor and special victim crimes.
  5. Discuss the investigator’s role in the prosecution of criminal offenses.