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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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Criminal Investigation
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Course Prefix & Number:
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CJSA1342
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Section Number:
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380
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Semester/Year:
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FA20 2nd 8wks
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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3
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Lab Hours:
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0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence, sources of information, interview and interrogation, uses of forensic sciences, case and trial preparation.
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Course Prerequisite(s): NONE
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Required Course Materials: Criminal Investigation 11th edition with MindTap. Authors: Hess, Orthmann, and Cho. You will need MindTap to complete some of the required assignments.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Cliff Downey
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Campus/Office Location:
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Gainesville/2107
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3313 (Office)
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E-mail Address:
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cdowney@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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1:00– 5:00
Phone or Webex
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Office: by appt.
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1:00 – 5:00
Phone or Webex
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1:00 - 5:00
Phone or Webex
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog)
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Define the goals and objectives of criminal investigation
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Demonstrate ability to conduct proper crime scene investigations
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Illustrate the use of forensic science for various statutory offenses
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Organize the criminal case including field notes, reports, crime scene activities, and mandatory documentation of statutory warning
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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5
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Exams
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15%
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8
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Quizzes
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10%
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14
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Video Scenarios
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10%
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5
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Discussion Forums
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10%
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1
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Mid-Term
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20%
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1
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Final Exam
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20%
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1
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Final Project
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15%
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COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE
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Chapter 1
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Criminal Investigations; An overview
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Chapter 2
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Documenting the Crime scene; Note Taking, Sketching, Photographing
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Chapter 3
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Writing Effective Reports
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Chapter 4
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Searches
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Chapter 5
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Forensics/Physical Evidence
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Chapter 8
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Death Investigation
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Chapter 9
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Assault, Domestic Violence, Stalking and Elder Abuse
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Chapter 10
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Sex Offenses
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Chapter 11
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Crimes Against Children
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Chapter 12
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Robbery
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Chapter 13
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Burglary
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Chapter 14
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Larceny/Theft, Fraud and White Collar Crimes
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Chapter 17
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Computer Crime
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Chapter 20
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Terrorism and Homeland Security
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PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences that parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare student for transfer to a university.
DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT
The Law Enforcement department prepares students for careers in every aspect of criminal justice, (police, courts and corrections), and for advanced degrees.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor. A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam. Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
In an online class, attendance is taken by the completion of assignments. Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is November 23, 2020.
DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321. Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________
o Communication
o Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
o Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o American History
o Government/Political Science
o Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
o Critical Thinking
o Communication
o Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o Personal Responsibility
o Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
o Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
x WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:
- First time warning and a zero on the assignment.
- An F in the class.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Cherly Furdge
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Office Location:
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Corinth Campus Suite #239 Office 234
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6238
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E-mail Address:
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cfurdge@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Debbie Huffman
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus Bldg. 2100 Office #2106
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3357
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E-mail Address:
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dhuffman@nctc.edu
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