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Department of Criminal Justice Technology
CREDIT HOURS: 5 hours CRN# _____________
PREREQUISITES: Provisional Admission
TEXTS AND SUPPLIES:
1. Allen, H.E., Simonsen, C.E., Latessa,E.J., Corrections in America: An Introduction, Prentice Hall, 10th Edition, New Jersey, 2004.
2 Hacker, Diana, A Writer’s Reference, Bedford Books, 5th Edition, Boston, 2003.(Optional)
COURSE DESCRIPTION: You will examine all phases of the American Correctional System and practices, including its history, objectives and procedures. Topics include: history and evolution of correctional facilities; legal and administrative problems; institutional facilities and procedures, probation, parole and prerelease programs; alternative sentencing, rehabilitation; community involvement; and staffing.
COURSE COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the History and Evolution of Correctional Facilities
A. Explain the value of the history of federal, state and local corrections
B. Identify at least 6 major philosophies of incarceration
2. Identify Legal and Administrative problems in Corrections
A. List 3 classification areas or grades of inmates
B. Summarize the rights of prisoners
C. Define various treatment services
D. Identify at least 4 problems facing inmate rehabilitation efforts
3. Compare and Contrast Institutional Facilities and Procedures
A. Contrast prison facility design options regarding staffing and security
B. Summarize the difference between adult and juvenile facilities
4. Describe Probation, Parole, and pre-release programs, types of alternative sentencing and community involvement that is available
A. Contrast and define the concepts of probation
B. Identify the origins of parole and the "father of probation"
C. List the advantages of work release and prerelease programs
D. Define the concept of community based corrections
Weekly Assignments:
See Study Assignments on the last page of this syllabus
TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURES:
Grading Policy:
The final course grade will be determined using the following measurement un
Mid-term Examination 25%
Final Examination (Comprehensive) 25%
Participation and Quizzes 25%
Research Presentation and Report 25%
Grade Equivalency:
Each grade will be based on 100 points. Scoring will be as follows:
90-100 points A
80-89 points B
70-79 points C
60-69 points D
00-59 points F
Work Ethics Grade:
Each student will receive a work ethics grade for this course. See the work ethics evaluation form attached.
Exceeds expectations 3
Meets expectations 2
Needs improvement 1
Unacceptable
HONOR PLEDGE
It is my honor to be an Augusta Technical College student. I pledge to do honor to myself, my classmates, and my college by doing my best and by following the college’s honor code. I will not dishonor myself or my college by lying, cheating, stealing, or doing harm to another person or property. I understand that following an honor code is a reflection of my work ethics which is important to my success on the job and in life.
Make up Policy:
Students are expected to attend each session (morning, afternoon or night) and satisfactorily pass research report work, team assignments, quizzes and examinations. Make up assignments will be at the discretion of the instructor.
WITHDRAWEL FROM COURSES(S): A basic requirement of this course is that you participate in class and complete writing and reading assignments in a timely manner. Keep in touch with me if you are unable to attend class or complete an assignment on time. It is your responsibility to withdraw using the required procedures in the following circumstances: (1) if you should miss more than 10% of the classes (five hours per course for a five-contact hour course; seven hours for a seven-contact-hour course, etc.) or (2) if you realize that you must quit coming to class for reasons beyond your control. Your failure to withdraw yourself by getting an official Schedule Change Form signed by all necessary personnel may have long-term effects on your present and future academic, financial, and financial aid standing. If you have questions during the quarter about your continued attendance, please contact me or the dean of the school in which this class is being taught, or the DI/VPO if enrolled at a branch campus.
Additional Assistance: Any student who needs a testing or classroom accommodation due to a disability should inform the instructed at the beginning of the quarter. A classroom accommodation form is required from the ADA Coordinator/Disability Counselor.
Academic Honesty: All assignments turned in will be original work of the student or team. To avoid plagiarism. Students will use footnotes extensively to identify the source of their work. Where an infraction is identified the grade of “F” will be awarded for the course. The student will be dropped from the course and referred to the administration for further action.
Participation and Attendance AND OTHER CLASS POLICIES:
1.Students are expected to be on-time for each class. Continued or excessive tardiness or absences will be handled on an individual basis. Missing more than 10% of any class will be considered excessive. Action will be taken according to institutional policy.
2. Cell phones will be allowed in the classroom but the must be kept on vibrate. Do not answer a cell phone while class is in session..
3. Students will be expected to remain in their desks for the class period. Sufficient breaks will be given to allow for personal matters.
4. Students will refrain from any disruptive behavior in the classroom. Students shall respect each other and respect each other's opinions.
5. All assignments are to be completed on time. Late work will have points deducted.
Remediation- Student will have access to all lesson plans covered in this text. They are in a PowerPoint format and can be accessed by any student on the Criminal Justice Website 24 hours a day which will allow students to study and prepare on an individual basis. The following web address will take you to the lesson plans: http://www.augustatech.edu/criminaljustice/
Disabilities and Counseling Policy: If there is a student in this class who needs testing or classroom accommodations due to a disability, please visit the instructor's office to discuss any testing or accommodation needs. Augusta Technical College has has ADA coordinator/disability counselor services available to all students. Please contact the counseling and testing center, which is located on the second floor in the 1300 building, at (706) 771-4067 or 4068 for additional details.
Instructor Information:
Augusta Campus: Advisor (A-L) and Department Chair: Ken Jones, J. D. Law, Office Number: (706) 771-4051, email: kjones@augustatech.edu, Advisor (M-Z) Joe Pride, J.D. Law, Office Number 771-4056 jpride@augustatech.edu
Thomson Campus: Advisor (A-Z) Terrance Sommers, J.D. Law, Office Number (706) 595-0166 tsommers@augustatech.edu
Waynesboro Campus: Advisor (A-Z) Instructor Patrick Finny (706)437-6801 pfinney@augustatech.edu
WEEKLY Assignments: See next page or click on Class Assignments below (Assignment schedule is subject to change)
For additional information about school policies and procedures, refer to the Augusta Technical College Student Handbook.
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