2017-2018 Graduate Catalog 
    
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2017-2018 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CRJU 0615 - Workplace Violence


Credits: 3

This course will take an in-depth look at a serious problem affecting the U.S. workplace—violence. Current research in this area will be critically examined. Various crimes will be examined including assault, robbery, rape and sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic violence, and homicide. Four main types of violence will be discussed (criminal intent/stranger; client, patient, & customer; employee; intimate). The cycle of violence will be examined including how and why violence occurs across types of violence and occupation/industry. In addition, preventing workplace violence will also be addressed. This course will also look at what is currently being done by various employers in terms of policies and procedures addressing violence. Case studies video scenarios and internet-based resources will be utilized to illustrate real-world situations and facilitate the learning process.