CJ 222 Profiling and Case Studies of Serial Killers

Lecture Hours: 3
Credits: 3

Analyzes a specific offender type, the serial killer. Includes historical perspective, motives, phases, and pre-cursory behaviors. Emphasizes the methodology of profiling, crime scene analysis, modus operandi, and offender signature as developed by the FBI Investigative Support Unit to assist law enforcement. Covers victimologies, VI-CAP, NCMEC, CASKU and Oregon H.I.T.S. systems. Uses individual case studies.

Corequisite: CJ 103 with criminal history clearance; or current professional in the field; or consent of instructor.