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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title: Introduction to Criminal Justice
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Course Prefix & Number: CRIJ 1301
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Section Number: 400
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Semester: 161S
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Lecture Hours: 3
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Lab Hours: 0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes. 48 lecture hours.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
Criminal Justice in America (8th ED.) by George F. Cole and Christopher E. Smith
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Gary Knight
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth
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Telephone Number:
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214-642-6218
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E-mail Address:
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geknight@nctc.edu
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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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15
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Videos
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150
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15
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Homework
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225
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15
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Chapter Exams
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375
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1
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Semester Project
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100
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1
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Final Exam
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150
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Grading Scale – 1000 Points Note: This is a point system. In order to determine the
900-1000 A progress of your grade, you will take the number of
800 - 899 B points you have and divide it by the number of points
700-799 C possible up to the assignment you have completed.
600-699 D
599 & below F
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice
1. Describe the history and philosophy of the American criminal justice system
2. Explain the nature and extent of crime in America
3. Analyze the impact and consequences of crime
4. Evaluate the development, concepts, and functions of law in the criminal justice system
5. Describe the structure of contemporary federal, state and local justice agencies and processes
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ATTENDANCE POLICY
Successful completion of this course will require you to attend class. It is my belief that classroom discussions and interactions contribute to the learning experience. Therefore, classroom attendance is mandatory and will be monitored. Excessive absence may lead to a student being dropped from the course. Excessive absence is defined as missing 25% of the scheduled classes. (MWF classes = 12 absences). I will take roll every day. As a final note on attendance, I will use attendance and class participation as the determining factor in cases of borderline final grades.
Unless prior arrangements have been made (via email and at least a week before the scheduled due date) no assignments/tests will be accepted late.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
NOTE: This is a ‘tentative’ schedule and can be altered by the instructor as needed. You will be notified of any changes in advance. There will be a homework assignment and Chapter exam each week.
Week 1, August 22-26
Read Chapter 1, The Criminal Justice System
Review Power Point lecture/Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 1 – week one will be demonstrated.
Week 2, August 29- September 2
Read Chapter 2, Crime and Crime Causation
Review Power Point lecture/Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 2
Week 3, September 5-9
September 5, Labor Day, no class
Read Chapter 3, Criminal Justice and the Rule of Law
Review Power Point lecture/Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 3
Week 4, September 12-16
Read Chapter 4, Police
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 4
Week 5, September 19-23
Read Chapter 5, Policing: Contemporary Issues and Challenges
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 5
Week 6, September 26 – September 30
Read Chapter 6, Police and Law
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 6
Week 7, October 3-7
Read Chapter 7, Courts and Adjudication
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 7
Week 8, October 10-14
Read Chapter 8, Pre-trial Procedures, Plea Bargaining and the Criminal Trial
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 8
Week 9, October 17-21
Read Chapter 9, Punishment and Sentencing
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 9
Week 10, October 24-28
Read Chapter 10, Corrections
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 10
Week 11, October 31 – November 4
Read Chapter 11, Incarceration and Prison Society
Review Power Point lecture/Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 11
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is November 3rd, 2016.
Week 12, November 7-11
Read Chapter 12, Probation and Intermediate Sanctions
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 12
Week 13, November 14-18
Read Chapter 13, Reentry into the Community
Review Power Point lecture/Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 13
Semester Project Due November 18th
Week 14, November 21-25
Read Chapter 14, Technology and Criminal Justice
November 24-26, Thanksgiving Holiday, no class
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 14
Week 15, November 28 – December 2
Read Chapter 15, Juvenile Justice
Review Power Point lecture/ Class Discussion
Homework and Exam Chapter 15
Week 16, December 5-8
Comprehensive Final
Term Ends December 9th
DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________
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
XX Critical Thinking
XX Communication
o Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
XX Personal Responsibility
XX Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
XX Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
o Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Cherly Gary-Furdge
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Office Location:
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Suite 331 Office 339 Corinth Campus
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6238 or 972-922-7978
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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 Career Technology Building
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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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