Crime Analysis, Mapping, and Profiling
General
Prefix
CJS
Course Number
496
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Health and Wellness Professions
Description
Theory and application of spatial analysis techniques and mapping software for development of prevention, intervention and preparedness strategies relative to crime and homeland defense. Review of criminological theories; crime profiling of criminals and geography; role of the crime analyst; methodological, ethical and legal issues in crime mapping; and geographic information systems (GIS) software.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Establish a theoretical and analytical modeling knowledge-base of typologies of crime, criminals, and victims.
Outcome
Develop basic spatio-temporal analysis skills using computer software.
Outcome
Inspire interest in geographic information systems and software applications.
Outcome
Increase critical thinking skills by applying course skills to real-world data.
Outcome
Increase verbal communication skills through class discussions.
Outcome
Increase written communication skills through writing assignments.
Dependencies
Programs
CJS496
is a
completion requirement
for: