Overview
Criminal Justice II introduces students to concepts and practices in traffic control as well as forensic investigation at crime scenes. Students will have opportunities to use mathematical skills in crash reconstruction and analysis activities requiring measurements and performance of speed/acceleration calculations. Additional activities simulating criminal investigations will be used to teach scientific knowledge related to anatomy, biology, and chemistry as well as collection of evidence, developing and questioning suspects, and protecting the integrity of physical evidence found at the scene and while in transit to a forensic science laboratory. Procedures for the use and control of informants, inquiries keyed to basic leads, and other information gathering activities and chain of custody procedures will also be reviewed. Current trends in criminal justice and law enforcement will also be covered.
Next Steps
Graduates of the Criminal Justice program pursue a wide range of career paths, including law enforcement, conservation, forensic science, security, law, and related criminal justice fields. Many students continue their studies at 2- or 4-year colleges, enter police academies, or join the military. Others transition directly into the workforce, equipped with the skills and experiences gained through the program.
Industry Certifications
Certified Indiana Jail Officer (ILEA)
Certification offered in alternating years. Testing required. Fees may apply. Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways certification.
Dual College Credits
Courses are offered in alternating years. Not all courses are offered each year. All courses are offered over two years.
- LAWE 100 Survey Criminal Justice
Vincennes | 3 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - LAWE 101 Basic Police Operations
Vincennes | 3 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - LAWE 145 Ethics & Professionalism in Criminal Justice
Vincennes | 3 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - LAWE 150 Criminal Minds & Deviant Behavior
Vincennes | 3 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits. - LAWE 215 Police Administration & Organization
Vincennes | 3 credits
Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits.
Student Evaluation
After the completion of two years in the program, students are evaluated on technical and essential skills. The Technical Skills Evaluation documents the Criminal Justice skills learned. The Essential Skills Evaluation documents the workplace skills all WCC students learn. The documents were developed by WCC teachers, in cooperation with business partners and industry advisory committees, and are updated each year.
