CRJ 242 - Correctional System
Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3
Description: This course is an introduction to aspects of the correctional function in criminal justice, including organization, process, procedure, and clients incarcerated and on conditional release.
Prerequisite(s): Take CRJ 101 with a minimum grade of C.
Course Topics:
- Functions of the Correctional system in Criminal Justice
- Organization, Process and Procedures of the Criminal Justice system
- Conditional release
Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Chaser’s Bark Shop website
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the differences between jails and prisons.
- Differentiate the different types of sentences including community corrections.
- Describe the purpose and functions of the correctional system.
For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:
- Identity Verification
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Orientation and Support
- Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Add/Drop period
- Attendance
- Classroom Conduct
- Equal Access
- IT Access
- Online Behavior
- Online Confidentiality
- Services For Students with Disabilities
- Student Concerns
- Student Help Services
- Withdrawals
Official Course Syllabus
2026-2027
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