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Nov 11, 2024
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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. Student Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the individual characteristics and traits used for profiling serial killers.
- Identify “red flag” behaviors common with serial killer development.
- List the common motives for killing and the types of murders.
- Trace common network systems used to track serial killers.
- Describe the historical development of profiling serial killers.
Content Outline
- Definitions of the Different Types of Killers
- Motives for Killing
- Related Oregon Revised Statutes
- Historical Perspective
- FBI Investigative Support Unit Development/Crime Classification Manual
- Phases/Approaches of Serial Killers
- Computer Networks
- Behavioral Profile Summary
- Emotional Toll on the Case Investigator
- “Staging” and “Personation” at the Crime Scene
- Modus Operandi and Signature Aspects of Violent Crime
- Individual Case Studies
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