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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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Court Systems & Practices
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Course Prefix & Number:
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CRIJ1306
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Section Number:
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0400
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Semester/Year:
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FA21
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours:
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na
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): This course is a study of the Court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices, and sources of law, using federal and Texas statutes and case law.
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Course Prerequisite(s): none
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Required or Recommended Course Materials: America’s Courts and the Criminal Justice System 13th Edition with Cengage MindTap Authors: David Neubauer and Henry Fradella You must purchase the code. (If you chose to use a different edition of this book, it affect your performance in this class). Publisher: Cengage. This book can be found in the bookstore.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Cliff J. 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
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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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9am - noon
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9am – noon
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9 am – noon
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9 am – noon
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Meeting by appt.
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1 pm – 3 pm
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1 pm – 3 pm
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1 pm – 3 pm
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1 pm – 3 pm
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I can also use WebEx for virtual meetings if you prefer.
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/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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Describe the American judicial system (civil, criminal, and juvenile), their jurisdiction, development and structure.
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Describe the significant Constitutional Amendments, doctrines, and other sources of law in the American judicial system.
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Analyze the function and dynamics of the courtroom work group.
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Identify judicial processes from pretrial to appeal.
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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
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4
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Exams
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40
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10
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Quizzes
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20
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5
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Discussion Forums
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10
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15
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Video Case Scenarios
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15
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1
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Final Project
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15
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Grading criteria
A 90- 100
B 80 – 89
C 70 – 79
D 60 – 69
F Below 60
COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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Module 1 Week 1- January 19 – January 24th - Let’s Get Started
Go through all the links in the Let’s Get Started Module
Read Class Information
Print Syllabus
Complete Class Agreement
Introduce yourself
Read Chapter 1 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 1
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 1
Module 2 Week 2- January 25th – January 31st
Read Chapter 2 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 2
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 2
Participate in Discussion Forum 1
Complete Quiz #1 (Chapter 2)
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Module 3 February 1st - February 7th
Read Chapter 3 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 3
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 3
Complete Quiz #2 (Chapter 3)
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Module 4 Week 4 - February 8th - February 14th
Read Chapter 4 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 4
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 4
Participate in Discussion Forum 2
Complete Quiz #3 (Chapter 4)
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Module 5 Week 5 - February 15th - February 21st
Read Chapter 5 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 5
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 5
Complete Exam #1 (Chapters 1-5)
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Module 6 Week 6 February 22nd - February 28th
Read Chapter 6 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 6
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 6
Participate in Discussion Forum 3
Complete Quiz #4 (Chapter 6)
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Module 7 week 7 - March 1st - March 7th
Read Chapter 7 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 7
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 7
Complete Quiz #5 (Chapter 7)
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Module 8 Week 8 - March 8th - March 14th
Read Chapter 8 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 8
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 8
Participate in Discussion Forum 4
Complete Quiz #6 (Chapter 8)
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Module 9 Week 9 - March 22nd - March 28th
Read Chapter 9 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 9
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 9
Complete Exam #2 (Chapters 6-9)
Module 10 Week 10 – March 29th - April 4th
Read Chapter 10 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 10
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 10
Complete Quiz #7 (Chapter 10)
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Module 11 Week 11 - April 5th - April 11th
Read Chapter 11 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 11
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case11
Complete Quiz #8 (Chapter 11)
Final Project Due
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Module 12 Week 12 - April 12th - April 18th
Read Chapter 12 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 12
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 12
Participate in Discussion Forum 5
Complete Quiz #9 (Chapter 12)
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Module 13 Week 13, April 19th - April 25th
Read Chapter 13 Learning Objectives
Read Visual Summary
Read Chapter 13
Read PowerPoint Presentation
Complete Video Case 13
Complete Exam #3 (Chapters 10-13)
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Module 15 Week 15 & 16
- Read Chapter 15 Learning Objectives
- Read Visual Summary
- Read Chapter 15
- Read PowerPoint Presentation
- Complete Video Case 15
- Complete Exam #4 (Chapters 14-15)
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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)
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is ____November 1, 2021.
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
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
o Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
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 Offense - warning
- Second offense – Dropped from course and receive an F for the course
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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Office: 940-498-6238 Cell: 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 Campus #2100 Building 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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