CRIM 2430 - Criminal Justice Capstone

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: Completion of at least 25 credits in Criminal Justice courses, must include CRIM 1100, CRIM 1140, CRIM 1200, AND CRIM 2300. Highly recommended that students enroll in this course within the final two semesters of graduation or transfer. Approval from Professor for topic of Research Study or Practical Project.

This course offers students the opportunity to conduct independent research or practical projects on topics in the field of criminal justice. Under the supervision of a professor, students will explore areas of personal interest within criminal justice, such as criminology, law enforcement, corrections, the court system, or juvenile justice. Students will gain experience in conducting research, applying theoretical frameworks, and developing solutions to contemporary criminal justice issues.

Billable Contact Hours: 3

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Transfer Possibilities
Michigan Transfer Network (MiTransfer) - Utilize this website to easily search how your credits transfer to colleges and universities.

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to develop and refine a research question or project focus in the field of criminal justice.

Objectives:

Evaluate current criminal justice policies and practices.
Apply critical thinking to contemporary issues in criminal justice, such as crime trends or law enforcement strategies.
Develop a clear research question or project objective within the criminal justice field.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate professional skills such as time management, self-directed learning, and communication through online engagement and reporting.

Objectives:

Present research findings or project outcomes in a coherent and professional manner.
Complete the time-guided stages of the research paper or project through online reporting.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to use digital tools to communicate research findings or project outcomes efficiently.

Objectives:

Organize and present research findings
Analyze independent research using digital tools and academic resources.
Use online learning platforms to effectively manage and complete their capstone.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES (CDO)

Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

CDO marked YES apply to this course:
Communication: YES
Critical Thinking: YES
Global Literacy: YES
Information Literacy: YES
Quantitative Reasoning: YES
Scientific Literacy: YES

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Research Question
1. Develop
2. Evaluate
3. Reasoning
Professional Skills
1. Time Management
2. Self-Directed Learning
3. Online Engagement
Research Paper or Project
1. Organize
2. Research Findings
3. Communicate in Weekly or Bi-Weekly Discussions
4. Present

Primary Faculty
Bowlin, Samantha
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Lopez, Michael
Dean
Mirijanian, Narine

Primary Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088