CJC 101
Introductory Survey of Criminology & Criminal Justice
Fall 2007 (3 credit hours) M, W, & F 10:00 am Hardy Classroom, 204Instructor Information
Name: Dr. Deanna L. Diamond Office: Office Hours: Phone: Email:Communication with the Professor: When communicating with the professor via email,
students are REQUIRED to use their Barton email accounts.
Prerequisites
None.
Course Description
This survey course is designed to provide students with a general introduction to the concepts, phenomenon, and issues of concern in the scientific study of crime and justice practices. It provides the introductory student an overview of the nature, dynamics, etiological theories of crime and criminal behavior. It also seeks to establish a rudimentary level of understanding of the major issues of concern in the criminal justice sciences, particularly those warranting further study. Special emphasis is given to current research findings in crime policy and criminal practice.
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equired Texts
Burns, R. G. (2007). The Criminal Justice Sytem. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
Additional Readings
as soon as possible and leave a message requesting an alternative time to take the exam. All makeup midterms will be given on the day of the final.
If a students requires extra time to complete homework assignments, please inform the professor in WRITING (email is sufficient) PRIOR TO the due date and provide documentation of the reason for the delay. If there are personal issues preventing a student from completing the required course work, then please DO NOT wait until the last week of classes to discuss the situation with the professor. Incompletes will not be given during the last week of the semester.
Classroom Conduct
Please show up on time and be prepared. Put all cell phones on vibrate, and leave the classroom before answering any calls. DO NOT TEXT MESSAGE IN CLASS. Be respectful of other students and the professor at all times. Sophomoric or disruptive behavior will result in students being asked to leave the classroom.
Course Requirements
SelfPaced Learning Assignments: There will be a series of assignments throughout the
semester that will require students to complete outside research. Each of these assignments will be worth 20 points, for a total of 80 points. They will be completed outside of class, but will be used in group work during class. Each selfpaced assignment is due according to the course calendar contained in this syllabus.
Midterm Exam: There will be an inclass midterm exam on Friday, October 12th. The mid
term will consist of multiple choice questions, fillinthe blank questions, and short answer/essay questions. The midterm will be worth a total of 100 points.
Final Exam: There will be an inclass final exam on Thursday, December 13th. The final will
consist of multiple choice questions, fillintheblank questions, and short answer/essay questions. The final will be cumulative and will be worth a total of 100 points.
Inclass Group Work: Each student is required to participate in inclass group assignments.
There will be a total of five graded group assignments throughout the course of the semester. The nature of the assignments will vary. Some will require group writing. At least one will require students to present their work to the class. The assignments will be worth 10 points each, for a total of 50 points. Those students who are not present in class on the day of inclass group work WILL NOT have the opportunity to make up those points. If the student can present documentation for his or her absence, including emergency medical care, death in the family, or other serious events, then a written assignment may be substituted for the inclass group work. Students will be allowed to make up only one inclass assignment.
Weekly Homework Assignments: Students are required to download weekly homework
assignments through Blackboard. These assignments should be submitted according to the course calendar contained in this syllabus. Each assignment will be worth 5 points each, and there will be 17 of them, for a total of 85 points. These assignments will highlight important concepts from the text and lectures. They are meant to function as a study guide for the quizzes and exams.
Theory Application Paper: Each student must complete a 23 page paper that applies criminal
least two theories to a given criminal scenario. This paper will be worth 40 points. It is due according to the course calendar contained in this syllabus.
“RealWorld” Project: Students will be divided into groups to complete this project. Each
group will be given a specific problem that might occur in a realworld criminal justice agency. The group must work together to identify resources to help address the issue. It must then design a solution to the problem. Each student will be evaluated by other members of the group, as well as the professor, for this project. This project will be worth 50 points. It is due according to the course calendar contained in this syllabus. Semester Project: Each student is required to complete a final project that explores a criminal
justice profession. The project will include interviewing an individual working in the criminal justice field, researching the job requirements of the chosen position, and obtaining an application for the chosen position. The project will be worth a total of 100 points. Point Totals: Selfpaced learning assignments 80 Theory application paper 50 Midterm 100 Final 100 “RealWorld” project 50 Weekly assignments 85 Group work 50 Semester Project 100 TOTAL 605
Grading Scale: A 560605 points (93100%) A 545559 points (9092%) B+ 525544 points (8789%) B 500524 points (8386%) B 485499 points (8082%) C+ 460479 points (7779%) C 440459 points (7376%) C 425439 points (7072%) D+ 405424 points (6769%) D 380404 points (6366%) D 360379 points (6062%) U(F) <359 points (059%)
Academic Dishonesty
In accordance with the General College Catalog regarding the College Policy on Academic Honesty (p. 63 of 20002001 catalog) – “The following list of violations outlines infractions. The list is not comprehensive. · Academic Dishonesty is defined as any act of cheating and plagiarism. · Cheating is defined as giving or receiving aid, including attempting to give or receive aid, without the specific consent of the professor, on quizzes, examinations, assignments, etc.An act of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of “0” for the exam or assignment in question. In addition, a report of the act of academic dishonesty will be submitted to the Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs. All students caught committing an act of academic dishonesty will be under heightened scrutiny for the remainder of the semester. A second act of academic dishonesty will result in automatic failure of the course. BARTON COLLEGE HONOR CODE The mission of the college is rooted in our commitment to developing ethical and socially responsible behavior in all relationships. Responsible living in a community of learners requires adherence to demanding standards. Members of the Barton College Community Will · Express opinions with civility. · Show consideration and respect for the opinions of others. · Promote the honor code in all their actions for the benefit of the community of learners at Barton.
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Course Goals
This course is intended to provide students with a comprehensive, though shallow, understanding of the various types and functions of agencies that compose the criminal justice system in America. Students will also be introduced to the various measures used to gauge the crime rate in America, as well as the classifications and types of crime. Students will also be introduced to various perspectives on the causes of crime and the characteristics of criminal offenders.
At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to:
One: Identify and compare the various methods of official data collection used to measure crime in the United States
Two: Understand the roles of law enforcement, courts, and corrections agencies within the American criminal justice system
Three: Identify the flow and process of investigating and prosecuting a criminal offense, as well as punishing the offender
Four: Better understand the emerging trend of victims’ rights and services in the criminal justice system
Five: Identify key differences between the adult and juvenile justice systems
Six: Identify the various methods of punishment for offenders, including jail, prison, and community sanctions
Preparation for Class: Read “The Courts” (available through Blackboard), Read Chpts. 510; Self paced Learning AssignmentBail; Selfpaced Learning Assignment Criminal Defenses Classwork: Lecture; small group activities; films Homework: Assignments 915; “Real World” Project Test Preparation: Multiplechoice items on the five affirmative defenses; multiplechoice items on the differences between civil and criminal law; multiple choice items on bail, the initial appearance, and criminal trials; essay item comparing and contrasting grand juries and trial juries; short answer items requiring students to apply the NC sentencing grid to crime scenarios and assess the benefits of plea bargaining in these hypothetical cases Unit Six: Corrections By the end of this unit, students will be able to: 1) Define the major philosophies of punishment (retribution, deterrence, incapacitation, rehabilitation, and restoration) and apply them to various criminal sanctions 2) Compare and contrast the functions of jails and prisons 3) Compare and contrast the functions of probation and parole 4) Define the various types of conditions of probation 5) Identify the distinctions between intermediate sanctions and pretrial diversion 6) Describe the historical evolution of criminal sanctions from corporal punishment through the development of prisons and the introduction of probation 7) Describe the general characteristics and nature of prison/jail life 8) Outline the basic steps in the process of execution by lethal injection 9) Distinguish between fines and restitution 10) Analyze the issues facing convicted felons upon release from prison Preparation for Class: Read Chpts. 1114 Classwork: Lecture; class discussion; films; audio recording; Wilson County Jail tour Homework: Assignments 1617 Test Preparation: Multiplechoice items on the philosophies of punishment; multiple choice items on the distinctions between jails/ prisons and probation/parole; essay item on the historical evolution of criminal punishment; short answer item identifying the various types of conditions of probation and applying them to a given scenario
