SYLLABUS FOR JUVENILE JUSTICE

CRJ 207 Summer Qtr 08 CRN# 10024 and 10624 Thomson

PREREQUISITES: CRJ 101  Credits 5 hours

TEXTS AND SUPPLIES:            Course Textbook:            

1.  Robert W. Drowns and Karen M. Hess, Juvenile Justice,  4th Edition, Wadsworth Publishing, Belmont, Calf, 2004.

2.  Hacker, Diana, A Writer's Reference, Bedford Books, 5th Edition, Boston, 2005. (Optional)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:     

You will analyze the nature, extent, and causes of juvenile delinquency and examine the process in the field of juvenile justice.

COURSE COMPETENCIES:  

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

1.      Define the meaning of juvenile delinquency.

2.      Contrast present day criminal justice traditions and practices with their historical precedents and beginnings.

3.      List, at least, two of the major causes of juvenile delinquency.

4.      Show the typical procedures and steps an offender undergoes in progressing through the system, both adult and juvenile.

5.      Explain, at least, three of the general court decisions that may be adjudicated.

6.      Identify, at least, three of the problem areas which have an influence upon juvenile delinquency from peers, parents, and others and the effects.

7.     Explain the concept of labeling.

8.     Discuss the relevance and dynamics of the gang theory to juvenile delinquency causation.

9.      Summarize the major criminogenic factors and forces which thrust people into crime.

10.  Compare, at least, five major differences between juvenile and adult institutionalization.

11.  Identify, at least, four problems facing prison inmate rehabilitation efforts.

12.  Explain the concept of shock incarceration.

13.  Define the concept of community.

14.  Explain the differences between vocational and therapeutic models for rehabilitation.

15.  Compare, at least, three advantages and disadvantages of juvenile incarceration.

16.  Relate the importance of the school to detection and prevention.

17.  List five descriptions of the juvenile halfway house concept.

18.  Explain the various roles of psychologists, psychiatrists, and sociologists in correctional institutions.

19.  Identify, at least, three goals of correctional counseling.

20.  Identify some of the unique constrains and considerations in alcohol and drug abuse counseling.

21.  Identify community crime prevention programs.

22.  Describe actions that citizens should take to implement a community or school crime prevention program.

23.  State ways in which an actively used neighborhood recreational facility helps prevent crime.

COURSE OUTLINE:            See Study Assignments

TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURES:

Grading Policy:            

The final course grade will be determined using the following measurement units:

Grade Equivalency:            

Each grade will be based on 100 points. Scoring will be as follows:

OTHER:

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.

Course Requirements: Students are expected to attend each session (morning, afternoon or night) and satisfactorily pass research report work, team assignments, quizzes and examinations.

Attendance Policy:  Students who miss more than 10% (Three 2.5 hour classes) or (Five 1.25 hour classes) will be suspended according to institutional policy.  This may affect students who may be receiving federal loan assistance for their education and any future financial aid.

Withdrawal from Course(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.

Class Policies and Participation: All Students are responsible for completing all assignments. Late work will not be accepted unless the instructor has given approval prior to the original due date. Students are responsible for obtaining outside assignments released during their absence. Homework and in-class work will be written or typed legibly, using correct grammar and punctuation. Grammar and punctuation is subject to grading and weaknesses will be noted on work assignments. All class work is subject to class discussion and grading.

Students teamed to complete a discussion task and/or report will be graded according to attention to detail, analysis and presentation conclusions. A common grade will be awarded to all members of the team according to their presentation content.

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.

Class Assignments

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