CRJU 4210 - Terrorism and Criminal Justice System

Description

An examination of the motives and actions of terrorists, the governmental response to terrorism, especially in the wake of 9/11, and the legal and constitutional restraints on the government. Included will be issues such as surveillance of American citizens, detention of suspected terrorists, enemy combatants, limits on the methods of interrogation, and use of military tribunals.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to:

Students will demonstrate an understanding of terrorism and its history, including international and domestic terrorism; the role of the media, women, and technology in terrorism; and counterterrorism.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the ethical issues surrounding terrorism and counterterrorism.
Students will, in a written project, integrate and, when possible, apply class materials to address counterterrorism in a particular setting.

Course Structure

Module 1: Defining Terrorism and Historical Perspectives
Module 2: Causes of Terrorists Violence and the Role of Media
Module 3: Terrorism by the State and by Dissidents
Module 4: Religious and International Terrorism
Module 5: Domestic Terrorism and Counterterrorism in the United States
Module 6: Homeland Security in the United States
Module 7: Future Trends and Projection
Module 8: Final Exam Period

Credit Hours

Criminal Justice

Prerequisites

CRJU 1100