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Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
Tutoring for Success applies to any student whose overall performance in the course falls below 75%. The instructor will create the task in the Student Engagement Portal (Watermark) to direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty- or SI-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. The tutoring service assigned, the due date for when the tutoring must be completed, and the amount of tutoring required are at the discretion of the instructor. Additionally, the task will alert the student’s success team. Students who do not fulfill the assigned tutoring task may be subject to program- and course-specific penalties that could result in a grade reduction and/or in not being allowed to progress in the course until the tutoring requirement has been satisfied.
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .
CRIJ-2313-002 Correctional Systems and Practices
This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems; treatment and rehabilitation; populations served; Constitutional issues; and current and future issues.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Online Course
Introduction to Corrections, 4th Ed
Robert D. Hanser
ISBN: 9781071848999
No supplies available
Describe the organization and operation of correctional systems and alternatives to institutionalization.
Describe treatment and rehabilitative programs.
Differentiate between the short-term incarceration and long-term institutional environments.
Evaluate current and future correctional issues.
Identify the constitutional rights applicable to the correctional setting.
This course will be guided by meeting both the weekly course learning objectives and the general course learning objectives. At the conclusion of the semester students are expected to have a well-developed knowledge base with regards to the field of corrections and the essential elements therein.
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Students are expected to be respectful of other or differing opinions throughout this course. Students are also expected to complete their own work and submit it by the deadlines.
Students' grades for this course will be comprised of the following percentages and types of assignments:
Coursework [20%] There are a variety of assignments in this category related to content-specific vocabulary, assigned course readings and/or written assignments.
Reading Quizzes [20%] There is a reading quiz each week.
Discussion Assignments [20%] There will be several discussion assignments in which the student will be required to publish a discussion post based on an assigned discussion prompt and then respond to at least five (5) of his or her classmates' postings.
Midterm Exam [20%] The mid-term exam is included in Module 4, contains 100 multiple-choice and true-false questions, and addresses all material covered to date (through Module 4).
Prison Design Project [20%] This culminating project serves as the final exam for the course. All information necessary for the completion of this project will be provided to students early in the semester to provide ample time for completion of all required elements therein. See the Prison Design Project link on the course site in Blackboard for all information, requirements and instructions pertaining to this assignment.
Assignment Deadlines
Coursework is due by Sunday at 11:59 p.m. each week. If you have extenuating circumstances and need additional time, please contact me as soon as possible to discuss.
Grading of Assignments
Completed assignments will be graded as soon as possible. If applicable, feedback will be provided on the strengths and weaknesses of the students work. If a student disagrees with the grade given, they should contact the instructor as soon as practical to discuss. Grading Schema
Letter Grade Corresponding Numerical Value
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 59 and below
REGULAR ATTENDANCE IS NECESSARY FOR SATISFACTORY ACHIEVEMENT IN THIS CLASS. THEREFORE, IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ATTEND CLASS, EVEN IN AN ONLINE SETTING.
This course is divided into eight (8) weeks, with a corresponding checklist for each week containing all required preparation, required reading and assignments to be completed. As your instructor, I reserve the right to make changes to the course schedule when deemed appropriate and/or necessary. Any and all changes made will be clearly communicated in a timely fashion. Below is a basic outline of the course and the topics/chapters covered therein.
The course calendar provided on the class site contains more detailed information and includes due dates for all assignments.
Week 1
Introduction to the Course and Classmates
Syllabus Overview
Course Policies and Guidelines
Week 2
Chapter 1| Early History of Punishment and the Development of Prisons in the United States
Chapter 2| Ideological and Theoretical Underpinnings to Sentencing and Correctional Policy
Chapter 3| Correctional Law and Legal Liabilities
Week 3
Chapter 4| Jail and Detention Facilities
Chapter 5| Probation
Chapter 6| Intermediate Sanctions
Week 4
Chapter 7| Facility Design to Meet Security and Programming Needs
Chapter 8| Classification and Custody Levels
MID-TERM EXAM
Week 5
Chapter 9| Prison Subculture and Prison Gang Influence
Chapter 10| Immigration Detention Centers
Chapter 11| Female Offenders in Correctional Systems
Week 6
Chapter 12| Specialized Inmate Populations
Chapter 13| Juvenile Correctional Systems
Chapter 14| Correctional Administration
Week 7
Chapter 15| Prison Programming
Chapter 16| Parole and Reintegration
Chapter 17| The Death Penalty
Prison Design Project due
Week 8
Reflection on What You've Learned
Tutoring/Assistance with Course
The Criminal Justice Department at Amarillo College endeavors to support each student’s goals for success by providing additional academic support services to those in need. If your cumulative grade average for this course falls below a 70, you will be strongly encouraged to access tutoring and other academic resources the instructor feels is appropriate.
Any student needing assistance with any aspect of the course content should contact their instructor to schedule a tutoring session. Tutoring sessions are offered at no charge and can be conducted on campus or via telephone. Arrangements can be made to schedule a time that is convenient for the student.
Student Academic Help/ Student Resources
There are a variety of resources available to help students with issues they may be experiencing throughout the semester. You are encouraged to contact your instructor with any questions or problems you might have while taking the course. In addition, you may access many of the various student resources at: https://www.actx.edu/student-resources.
Reproduction of Course Materials
Students are prohibited from reproducing any portion of this class without written permission from the instructor of record or authorization through Disability Services. This includes, but is not limited to, lecture notes, class discussion boards or any other class materials. For purposes of the policy herein, “reproducing” applies to photographic reproduction, audio, video, or any other type of reproduction of course materials.
Students who create and/or share an unauthorized reproduction of course materials via any means, including social media, are violating an instructor's intellectual property rights and could potentially be subjected to disciplinary actions under the Amarillo College Student Code of Conduct. Additionally, should any reproduction be shown of proprietary materials, the student who created or shared the unauthorized reproduction may also be subject to copyright laws.
This policy has been adopted by all instructors in the Criminal Justice Department. Questions or concerns should be directed to Sarah Uselding, Program Coordinator and/or Eric Wallace, Director.
Extra-Credit Opportunities
Determinations regarding whether or not extra-credit opportunities will be afforded to students is at the discretion of the instructor. In the event an option for extra-credit is offered by the instructor, comprehensive guidelines and information will be provided to the student. Students are not required to participate in extra-credit opportunities.
This policy has been adopted by all instructors in the Criminal Justice Department. Questions or concerns should be directed to Sarah Uselding, Program Coordinator and/or Eric Wallace, Director.
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