{"id":105,"date":"2026-07-01T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T21:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/?page_id=105"},"modified":"2026-10-28T12:14:33","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T19:14:33","slug":"courses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/courses\/","title":{"rendered":"Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Featured Course<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Want to Learn how Crime Scenes are Actually Solved?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ever wondered how investigators:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify human remains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze blood and trauma evidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Examine physical evidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use clues to reconstruct what happened<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply science to criminal investigations?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take\u00a0CJ&amp; 240: Introduction to Forensic Science at Bellevue College!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In CJ&amp; 240, you won\u2019t just read about forensic science\u2014you\u2019ll\u00a0work with evidence, examine real-world cases, and learn how forensic techniques are used in the criminal justice system.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re interested in\u00a0criminal justice, law enforcement, forensic science, psychology, criminology, or just love true crime, this class gives you a chance to see what happens behind the scenes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turn your true-crime curiosity into real forensic skills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h4><strong>CJ&#038; 240:<\/strong> Intro to Forensic Science <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h4><p>A multidisciplinary approach covering the basic practices involved in forensic science, including crime scene investigations, proper evidence documentation and collection techniques, physical evidence analyses, maintaining the chain of custody, and the presentation of scientifically-based conclusions in court. Previously CJ 207. Recommended: CJ&#038; 101. Fee: $35.00 forensic lab.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=82734'>View CJ&#038; 240 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ&#038;\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ&#038; courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">100-Level Courses<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ&#038; 101:<\/strong> Introduction to Criminal Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Surveys the criminal justice process from arrest through release. Students examine the relationships and responsibilities of and among police, prosecutors, courts, and probation and parole systems.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81022'>View CJ&#038; 101 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ&#038;\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ&#038; courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 102:<\/strong> Policing Operations <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Presents organizational structure and concepts of staff and line, chain of command, and hierarchy. Students examine advantages and limitations of organizational models for agencies of varying sizes.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81023'>View CJ 102 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 125:<\/strong> Introduction to Visual Tracking <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>The student will learn how to identify, interpret and document physical evidence directly related to human movement and travel. The student will learn how this evidence is relevant to the processing of a crime scene while working with a tracking team to identify and follow sign evidence to reach a valid conclusion pertaining to the person&#8217;s movements and behavior. The student will learn about different tracking applications to include Search and Rescue.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81029'>View CJ 125 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ&#038; 105:<\/strong> Introduction to Corrections <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Introduces basic concepts, theories, principles and an historical overview of the system as it pertains to the institutional control and supervision of adult offenders. Previously CJ 106. Either CJ 106 or CJ&#038; 105 can be taken for credit, not both. Recommended: CJ&#038; 101 or CJ&#038; 112.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81025'>View CJ&#038; 105 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ&#038;\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ&#038; courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ&#038; 106:<\/strong> Juvenile Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Introduces basic concepts, theories, principles and an historical overview of the criminal process as they relate to the formal and informal adjudication of violent, serious, and chronic juvenile offenders. Previously CJ 109. Either CJ 109 or CJ&#038; 106 can be taken for credit, not both. Recommended: CJ&#038; 101.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81026'>View CJ&#038; 106 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ&#038;\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ&#038; courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ&#038; 110:<\/strong> Criminal Law <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Surveys theories and concepts of law pertaining to the criminal justice system. Topics include the Revised Code of Washington and specific state and federal constitutional amendments.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81027'>View CJ&#038; 110 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ&#038;\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ&#038; courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ&#038; 112:<\/strong> Introduction to Criminology <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Surveys the study of crime, causation, and criminals. Topics include types and characteristics of offenders and criminal behaviors, recidivism, environmental influences, diagnostic methods, prediction, prevention, and social policy.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81028'>View CJ&#038; 112 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ&#038;\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ&#038; courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 194:<\/strong> Special Topics In Criminal Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>variable <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81033'>View CJ 194 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 198:<\/strong> Seminar In Criminal Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>variable <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Includes seminars, workshops, etc., for which college credit is offered.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81034'>View CJ 198 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 199:<\/strong> Individual Studies In Criminal Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>variable <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81020'>View CJ 199 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/492\/2026\/08\/Detective2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Detectives giving presentation about narcotics\" class=\"wp-image-648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/492\/2026\/08\/Detective2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/492\/2026\/08\/Detective2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/492\/2026\/08\/Detective2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/492\/2026\/08\/Detective2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/492\/2026\/08\/Detective2-232x174.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/criminal-justice-redesign-dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/492\/2026\/08\/Detective2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">200-Level Courses<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 200:<\/strong> Criminal Evidence and Procedures <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Surveys the steps in collecting evidence, both real and circumstantial, in a criminal case. Students examine the legal processes from investigation through the trial process. Recommended: CJ&#038; 101.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81035'>View CJ 200 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 202:<\/strong> Principles of Criminal Investigation <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Presents fundamental investigative techniques used within the criminal justice system. Topics include discovery, preservation, and presentation of evidence, methods of obtaining information and developing sources, and functions of a criminal laboratory.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81036'>View CJ 202 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 204:<\/strong> Constitutional Law <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Studies the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the U. S. Constitution and their impact on contemporary police practices. Students analyze Supreme Court decisions concerning arrests, searches, seizures, self-incrimination, and post-indictment right to counsel.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81037'>View CJ 204 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ&#038; 240:<\/strong> Intro to Forensic Science <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>A multidisciplinary approach covering the basic practices involved in forensic science, including crime scene investigations, proper evidence documentation and collection techniques, physical evidence analyses, maintaining the chain of custody, and the presentation of scientifically-based conclusions in court. Previously CJ 207. Recommended: CJ&#038; 101. Fee: $35.00 forensic lab.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=82734'>View CJ&#038; 240 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ&#038;\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ&#038; courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 242:<\/strong> Race, Law, and Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Examines the strengths and weaknesses of the police carrying out their mission in a culturally diverse society. Students develop an understanding of the influences of culture, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic class on the legal process and within society.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81039'>View CJ 242 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 248:<\/strong> Ethics In Criminal Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Examines the philosophical, moral, and ethical bases of human behavior from a criminal justice perspective. Students discuss justice, law, and punishment, moral decision-making; and ethical and legal dilemmas in law enforcement. Same as PHIL 248. Either CJ 248 or PHIL 248 may be taken for credit, not both.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81040'>View CJ 248 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 253:<\/strong> Drug Use &#038; The Law In American Society <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>5 <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Studies the unique demands that alcohol and drug offenses place on the criminal justice system. Students learn how the procedures of investigation, information management, and prosecution differs between alcohol and drug crimes and other criminal offenses.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81041'>View CJ 253 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 294:<\/strong> Special Topics In Criminal Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>variable <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.<\/p><ul class='list-inline'><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-primary btn-sm' href='https:\/\/catalog.bellevuecollege.edu\/preview_course_nopop.php?catoid=16&#038;coid=81045'>View CJ 294 in the Academic Catalog<\/a><\/li><li class='list-inline-item'><a class='ms-1 ml-1 mb-1 btn btn-outline-dark btn-sm' href='https:\/\/csprd.ctclink.us\/psc\/csprd\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_HCX_CM.H_COURSE_CATALOG.FieldFormula.IScript_Main\/subjects\/CJ\/?institution=WA080'>Explore CJ courses in ctcLink<\/a><\/li><\/ul><hr><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper alignstandard\"><h3><strong>CJ 299:<\/strong> Individual Studies In Criminal Justice <span class='badge text-bg-secondary badge-secondary'>variable <abbr title=\"credits\">cr<\/abbr>.<\/span><\/h3><p>Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. 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