Syllabus Sections
- COURSE REQUIREMENTS
- COURSE CALENDAR
- READINGS
- COURSE SUBJECTS
- STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES/LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Publish Date
09/13/2011 18:30:53
Introduction to Criminal Justice
CRIJ-1301
Fall 2011
08/22/2011 - 12/11/2011
Course Information
Section 007
Distance Learning
ONL EVC
Frederick Toler
Office Hours
No office hours have been entered for this term
Course Requirements
Online Students will abide by the Course Calendar for due dates for all assignments/exams.
Classroom Students will turn in assignments on the assigned due date. The course calendar is considered adjustable and may be revised during any class period. All students will be informed during class of any calendar revisions. It is the responsibility of any absent student to inquire about calendar revisions.
Students absent 3 or more class periods can be dropped from the course or receive a final grade of “F”.
Withdrawal Policy: Any student may be dropped from the course by the instructor for unsatisfactory attendance and/or academic progress in the course.
NOTE: IT SHOULD BE UNDERSTOOD THAT IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY AND NOT THE INSTRUCTOR’S TO DROP A COURSE. A STUDENT THAT QUITS COMING TO CLASS AND FAILS TO DROP A COURSE IS SUBJECT TO RECEIVING A PERMANENT FINAL GRADE OF “F”.
Classroom Projects: A number of unannounced “in-class” written projects will be given requiring analytical skills and knowledge of basic theories of crime causation and prevention. The grades for these projects will be averaged and will then count as one major exam grade. NOTE: IN ORDER TO OBTAIN CREDIT FOR THESE PROJECTS, THE STUDENT MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE ON THE DAYS THE CLASS ASSIGNMENT IS GIVEN. No Make-ups.
Electronic devices and Cell phone use during class time is prohibited. Students utilizing electronic devices during class period will receive a grade of zero for assignments or exams taken during the period. Also, any student who uses an electronic device in class can be removed from class which will count as an absence. For any anticipated emergencies students must inform the instructor and receive prior permission for using the electronic device.
There is no make-up or extra credit available.
INSTRUCTOR’S GRADING POLICY |
Average on 100 point scale 90 – 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D 59 and Below = F |
course calendar
Due Date |
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August 31 |
Lesson 1 - |
Complete Quiz |
September 07 |
Lesson 2 - |
Complete Quiz |
Lesson 1 Discussion Board |
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September 14 |
Lesson 3 - |
Complete Quiz |
September 18 |
EXAM 1 |
Chapters 1-3 |
Lesson 3 Discussion Board |
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September 21 |
Lesson 4 - |
Complete Quiz |
September 25 |
Lesson 5 - |
Complete Quiz |
September 30 |
Lesson 6 - |
Complete Quiz |
October 5 |
EXAM 2 |
Chapters 4 - 6 |
Lesson 5 Discussion Board |
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October 8 |
Lesson 7 - |
Complete Quiz |
October 14 |
Lesson 8 - |
Complete Quiz |
October 19 |
Lesson 9 - |
Complete Quiz |
Lesson 8 Discussion Board |
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October 24 |
EXAM 3 |
Chapters 7- 9 |
October 30 |
Lesson 10 - |
Complete Quiz |
November 19 |
Lesson 11 - |
Complete Quiz |
Lesson 11 Discussion Board |
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November 28 |
Lesson 12 - |
No Quiz |
December 7 |
EXAM 4 |
Chapters 10- 13 |
Readings
The required text for this course is the current edition of Criminal Justice, A Brief Introduction,
Author Frank Schmalleger
Course Subjects
This course covers the history and philosophy of criminal justice and ethical considerations; crime defined: its nature and impact; overview of criminal justice system; law enforcement; court system; prosecution and defense; trial process; and corrections.
Lecture and discussion topics include:
- Crime In America
- Policing
- Adjudication
- Corrections
- The Juvenile Justice System
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
HISTORY OF POLICING
UNIT GOAL: 2.1 The student will understand and appreciate the history of policing.
- Describe and identify significant historical events that have influenced current trends in policing.
- Describe the origin and the evolution of policing in Texas.
- Identify the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) history and role in Texas law enforcement.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
UNIT GOAL: 5.1 The student will understand and appreciate the specific roles and inter-relationships of the various components within the Criminal Justice System.
- Outline the structure and role of the Criminal Justice System.
- Explain how the three components of the criminal justice system directly impact each other.
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Identify the differences between civil and criminal law.
- Identify the civil/criminal courts and their jurisdiction.