Advanced Crime Scene Technology

CHIPOLA COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

COURSE TITLE: / COURSE NUMBER:

Advanced Crime Scene Technology CJB 1721

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course covers advanced principles, theories and applications in crime scene technology. Specialized collection procedures of weapons, traffic crash evidence, arson, gun shot residue, bold spatter, and recovery of buried bodies and surface skeletons are also included. Data analysis, reporting and plan of action development are emphasized. 3 Semester Credit Hours.

PREREQUISITES:
CJB 1711 Introduction to Crime Scene Technology
NAME(S) OF INSTRUCTOR(S): / Program availability
DATE OF LATEST REVISION: / 2010-2011
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS: (Please include title, author, publisher, edition & ISBN)
Criminal Investigation 7th Edition
Benett & Hess
Thompson
ISBN: 0-534-61530-9
GRADING POLICIES:
The standing of a student in each course is expressed by one of the following letters and corresponding grading system:
A – 93 - 100
B – 83 - 92
C – 70 - 82
D – 60 -69
F – Below 60
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor practices.
The Chipola Catalog provides specific information regarding other outcomes from the grading system. A student’s Grade Point Average is derived from the grading system/quality point scale.
DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM COMPETENCIES / LEARNING OUTCOMES:
CJB 1721 is not a General Education Course, but is a core Criminal Justice course in the area of Criminal Justice Technology.
Upon completion of this course, student will have knowledge and understanding of course objectives.
1. Understand the importance of good Police Community Relations.
2. Identify the different elements of a community.
3. Identify how the elements impact police community.
4. Understand concerns of different minority groups.
5. Understand the role of the police officer as the primary representative.
6. Identify the various types of programs available to the community.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES FOR CJB 1721, ADVANCED CRIME SCENE TECHNOLOGY
See chart, last page.
MEANS OF ACCOMPLISHING OUTCOMES:
A. Lecture
B. Role Play
C. Videos
D. Tests
LIBRARY AND ON-LINE REFERENCE MATERIALS:
The library is a comprehensive, learning resource center providing information in print, electronic, and multimedia format to support the educational objectives of the College. In addition to print media, online catalogs and resources can be accessed through www.linccweb.org and www.netlibrary.com. Library hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
Chipola’s website is located at www.chipola.edu.
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor recommendations and resources.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
The Information Technology Center, located in the library, is equipped with computer workstations. Lab hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE:
1. Introduction
2. Basic Investigative Responsibilities
3. Investigating Violent Crime
4. Investigating Crimes against Property
5. Other Challenges to the Criminal Investigator
See your First Day Handout for individual instructor assignment schedule.
ATTENDANCE AND WITHDRAWAL POLICIES:
Withdrawal policy as stated in the Chipola Catalog.
MAKE-UP POLICY:
Chipola allows each instructor to specify in the instructor handout the makeup policy. Please see your first day handout for individual instructor policy.
ACADEMIC HONOR CODE POLICY:
Students are expected to uphold the Academic Honor Code. Chipola College’s Honor Code is based on the premise that each student has the responsibility to
1) uphold the highest standards of academic honesty in his/her own work;
2) refuse to tolerate academic dishonesty in the college community; and
3) Foster a high sense of honor and social responsibility on the part of students.
Further information regarding the Academic Honor Code may be found in the Chipola Catalog, Student Governance section.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES POLICY:
Chipola College is committed to making all programs and facilities accessible to anyone with a disability. Chipola’s goal is for students to obtain maximum benefit from their educational experience and to effectively transition into the college environment.
Students with disabilities are requested to voluntarily contact the Office of Students with Disabilities to complete the intake process and determine their eligibility for reasonable accommodations.

LINKING COURSE-LEVEL OUTCOMES WITH DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES AND ASSESSMENT METHODS

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR [CJB 1721]
The student will: / COLLEGE-LEVEL AND
DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES* / ASSESSMENT
METHODS
USED BY
FACULTY**
1. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skill in specialized crime scene procedures. / NS-1, NS-4 / T, SD
2. Develop abilities and skills in preparing crime scene related documents. / NS-1, NS-4 / T, SD
3. Demonstrate an ability to coordinate with other investigative personnel and agencies. / NS-1 / T, SD
**Assessment Codes
T = Tests
Pre/Post = Pre- and Post-Tests
OT = Objective Tests
UT = Unit Tests
Q = Quizzes
F = Final Examination
CF = Cumulative Final / SP = Skills Performance
SD = Skills Demonstration
W = Writing Assignments
E = Essays
DE = Documented Essays
RP = Research papers
J = Jury
R = Recital / Proj. = Projects
Exp. = Experiments
Cap. Proj. = Capstone Project
Cap. Course = Capstone Course
Prac. = Practicum
Intern. = Internship
H = Homework / Clin. = Clinicals
Port. = Portfolio
Obs. = Teacher Observation
Sk. Check = Skills Check-off Curriculum Frameworks

For a list of Chipola’s College-Level Competencies, see www.chipola.edu.

Advanced Crime Scene Technology