Course Level SLOs: ADMJ 1501 Introduction to Criminal Justice

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1 s for Administration of Justice s: ADMJ 1501 Introduction to Criminal Justice Explain the components of the criminal justice system including rules and responsibilities. Research Paper Demonstrate knowledge and understanding regarding the discretion utilized throughout the criminal justice system. Establish an understanding of education and training, ethical considerations, and community diversity within the criminal justice system. List and define various technological techniques to access legal resources. and Responsibility Consciousness and Responsibility Essay Question- Identify and describe the level of discretion utilized by each component of the criminal justice system. Essay Question- Illustrate the importance of Ethics, Education and Training for members of the criminal justice system and how it relates to law suits filed against its members. In-class exercises

2 s: ADMJ 1502 Concepts of Criminal Law Demonstrate understanding of the history, development, philosophy, and ideals of criminal law and the justice system. Identify legal terms and concepts related to criminal law. Explain the varied classifications and defenses contained in the elements of a crime. and Responsibility Essay Question. What is the corpus delecti of a crime, be specific. Essay Question. Explain the difference between spirit of the law and letter of the law as it pertains to enforcement. Essay Question. What is meant by Mens Re? What is meant by Mala In Se when describing types of crimes?

3 s: ADMJ 1503 Criminal Court Process Describe the process involved from the time a person is arrested through their release from jail or prison. Analyze the court and trial process including case analysis and briefing utilizing proficient writing standards. Consciousness and Responsibility Essay Question: Define the basic historical foundations of modern law. Quiz and Exam Explain how the Constitution and due process assist in the framing of the court process. Define how the exclusionary rule of evidence affects criminal procedures. Consciousness and Responsibility Research paper: What is due process? Describe public policy concerning crime and the balance of safety and security with individuals rights. Written Assignment

4 s ADMJ 1504 Legal Aspects of Evidence Identify and differentiate various types of evidence and the rules of admissibility in court. Define and describe the key rules of evidence as it relates to search and seizure. Critically analyze the rules of evidence as they apply to case specific facts. Essay Question. Describe the types of evidence that can be utilized in court and discuss their admissibility in court. Essay Question. Explain the concept of fruit of a poisonous tree, and explain the exceptions to this concept. Essay Question. Explain the steps involved in the chain of evidence, beginning at the crime scene, through collection and eventually presentation in court.

5 s: ADMJ 1505 Criminal Investigation Understand the objectives of a criminal investigation. Compare and contrast the roles of the criminal investigation team. and responsibility Discipline content and responsibility Discipline content Students will be given an essay question assignment to list and explain the objectives of a police investigation. Students will also be tested in a quiz. Students will be given an exercise in which they will develop a chronological list of steps involved in a police investigation. They will describe the activity or duties associated with each step. Recognize the importance of communication during all aspects of the investigation. Discipline content Students will be given an exercise that provides them with the statements and intelligence gathered on 5 suspects. They will be given details of the crime scene and with the information provided- solve the crime by process of elimination. Explain the continuously evolving use of technological advances in criminal investigations. Describe the importance of the interaction between the criminal investigation team and the court process. and responsibility Discipline content and responsibility Discipline content Students will be given an exercise with 5 crimes that have been sent to the detective bureau for investigation. The student will use their knowledge (from the text) in assigning a priority to the cases. They will explain their rationale for each given priority. The student will be assigned a 3-5 page paper. They will be responsible for illustrating at least ten different types of sources of information they that believe are the most important sources.

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7 s: ADMJ 1506 Intro to Forensics Identify and explain the problems involved with the collection, preservation and transportation of physical evidence. Explain proper applications of laboratory analysis. Define the processes of analyzing physical evidence. Consciousness and Responsibility Students will be assigned an essay question to explain general evidence handling, packaging and safety. Students will be assigned an essay question to discuss some of the potential problems encountered in the crime lab regarding evidentiary problems. Students will be given examples of evidence and will prioritize the evidence in regards to collection priority. Compare and contrast various chemicals which may be found at a crime scene. Consciousness and Responsibility Students will be given an essay question to explain 2 or more types of crime scene evidence and how it is analyzed.

8 s: ADMJ 1507 Community and the Justice System Compare and contrast community and human differences in a multicultural society. Identify the strengths and weaknesses with the interactions between the justice system and various communities. Examine the barriers faced by the police and the criminal justice professional from the community through the correctional system. Consciousness and Responsibility Consciousness and Responsibility Arizona SB1070 Research Project SARA Model Community Project Essay Question: Examine police perception v. public perception. Demonstrate effective communication when dealing with ethical dilemmas involving ethnic, racial, and minority issues. Consciousness and Responsibility Scenarios: Students will demonstrate dealing with ethical dilemmas.

9 s: ADMJ 1508 Introduction into Corrections Demonstrate the role of corrections in the criminal justice system. Compare and contrast the interactions between corrections, law enforcement, and judicial officers. and Responsibility * Essay Question: Describe the fundamental purpose of corrections and its overall function in the criminal justice system. Essay Question: Explain the differences between parole and probation officers or correctional officers in a state or federal prison vs. county jail. Explain the hiring and training process for individuals entering careers in the corrections field. Analyze the impact of modern corrections techniques and understand the history behind the changes to corrections techniques. Critically analyze the philosophy and goals of retribution, deterrence, incapacitation, and rehabilitation and Responsibility Critical/Problem Solving Thinking and Responsibility Essay Question: Describe the steps involved in the hiring process for correctional officer. Essay or Test (Multiple Choice, True/False) Questions: Explain the differences and similarities between modern and historical penal systems. Essay Question: Discuss the philosophical models of correctional management highlighting current model and theoretical trends.

10 s: ADMJ 1509 Juvenile Procedures Understand the history of the juvenile justice system and the rights provided by the constitution. Examine the psychological, sociological, economic, and anthropological factors which tend to be linked to juvenile delinquency. Compare and contrast differences in the legal processes for a juvenile offender compared to an adult offender. Identify and understand the juvenile court process and treatment for offenders. aligned with Discipline content Discipline content Discipline content Consciousness and responsibility Discipline content * Students will be given an essay question in which they will be required to search the penal code and locate 5 laws that pertain primarily to juveniles. They will identify the crime and explain why it exists. Students will be given an exercise in which they will develop a chart indicating the various increase in juvenile crime rates due to economical factors. Create a PowerPoint presentation addressing the history of the juvenile justice system including development of institutions and how it relates to the adult system. Students will make up a fictitious character or real life suspect of a criminal incident and document the 16 steps of the criminal justice process.