Calumet College of St.
Joseph
SYLLABUS
FOR CRIMINAL LAW
Term: Fall, 2002 (011) (Sept. 4 – Dec. 15)
Course
Number: CRJ 310x
Instructor: Mr. Gary Bell
Office Phone:
219-937-5656
E-mail: gary.bell@usdoj.gov
Home Phone: (optional)
Office Hours: 6 to 7 pm (by arrangement)
Instructor Background: Diploma:
Hammond Gavit High School;
Bachelor
Arts Degree: University of Michigan;
Juris
Doctor: Indiana University
Employment:
United States Attorney’s Office, Hammond
Course Time: Wednesdays 7:00
–10:00p (move up to 6:30 if everyone
agrees)
Course Description: This course will examine
both the general principles that apply to all of criminal law and the specific
elements of particular crimes that prosecutors have to prove beyond a
reasonable doubt. Current events are
always emphasized.
A writing course is
strongly recommended before taking this course. All students will be expected to complete a research assignment. Writing style, grammar, and the ability to
properly cite research materials will weigh heavily in the student’s grade.
Learning Outcomes/
Competencies:
Students in this course will:
_ Understand the theoretical
underpinning of Criminal Law and recognize the definitions of crimes and
defenses to crimes.
Textbooks: Criminal Law, Seventh Edition
Learning Strategies: Will combine lecture, class
discussions, group projects and writing assignments to attain goals.
Assessment:
Exams (Final, Quizzes) 60
to 65 % of grade
Class
participation/collaboration/attendance 10 to 15 % of grade
Written assignments 20 to 30 % of grade
Class Policy for
Assignments: Students
must attend class and complete assignments per instructions.
Grading Scale:
A: 92-100 A-: 90-91
B+: 88-89
B: 82-87 B-: 80-81
C+: 78-79
C: 72-77 C-: 70-71 D+: 68-69
D: 62-67 D-: 60-61
F: 59 & below
Class Policy on Attendance:
A
mandatory attendance policy exists for this course. To receive credit for each class, the student must attend the
entire class period. Students will sign
an attendance sheet at the end of the class period. Grade reductions will occur after two unexcused absences.
Class Policy on Electronic
Devices: (Cell phones, Beeper, Pagers¼etc.)
Any device that is
activated during class will be confiscated until the end of the period.
Course Outline: A quiz every 3 to 4
weeks. A research project due at the
end of October.
Class Participation: Students are encouraged to
participate in class discussions.
However, no student will be penalized for failing to contribute, unless
that student failed read the assigned reading for the class period.
Center for Academic
Excellence:
Tutoring assistance is free to all students
of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the Center for Academic Excellence
(CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The Center has experienced and
well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help students who are struggling
in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better. Regular weekly
tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.
Statement of Plagiarism:
If an instructor or other
Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or
been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other
personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum
penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The
procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook
that addresses student grievances. (Academic Planner 2002-2003)
Citation Guidelines:
Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to
citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA,
and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.).
All of these guidelines are available in the Calumet College of St.
Joseph library or bookstore. These
texts outline how to cite references from a variety of sources, including
electronic media.
Withdrawal from Classes
Policy:
After the last day for class changes has
passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which
they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the
course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be
filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by
the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates
specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or
faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the
refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the
faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the
request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of
official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the
withdrawal is disallowed.
An official withdrawal is recorded as a
"W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a course without
written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course
(see Refund Schedule).