Course Syllabus
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QUINCY COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS – Fall 2016 |
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Juvenile Delinquency CJS-107-01 |
Mon-Wed, 9:25 AM - 10:40 AM (9/7/2016 - 12/21/2016) Location: QUIN PP 322 |
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Instructor |
Brian W. DiRamio |
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617-984-1738 |
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Office |
PP 333 |
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Adjunct Office |
Quincy College Policy see Student Handbook |
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REQUIRED TEXTBOOK(s)
Juvenile Delinquency
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers selected theories of delinquency, programs of prevention and control, treatment, confinement, utilization of community resources, and the history and current role of the juvenile court. Placement at ENG 101 level strongly advised.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the course, the student shall have an understanding of the following and shall be able to:
- Explain the structure of the Juvenile Corrections Systems
- Explain Delinquency and its causes
- Describe the manner in which juvenile threats are evaluated, addressed and mitigated with the rationale behind each of these processes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of juvenile corrections in comparison to adult correctional systems
- Describe the relationship of family dysfunction, drug and alcohol abuse, and violence in relationship to delinquencyCOURSE DELIVERY FORMATOn CampusThis course meets on campus (Room PP 322) according to the schedule posted above. The majority of the course content will be delivered through lectures and other activities conducted during class meetings. Online resources may be used to supplement the textbook or provide interaction with the content and/or assessment. The course will also have a portal page which contains the class syllabus, handouts, and important information (particularly in the event of a weather or emergency closing).
- GRADING POLICY
- This course will embrace a variety of methodologies including but not limited to the adoption of: Audio and video media, academic research, hands-on activity, group activity, internet media including academic, cultural and popular websites, oral presentations, and outside activity with a current practitioner. Tours/field trips may also be offered at the discretion of the instructor. Successful completion will earn 3 credits.
- INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGIES
- Exams: There will be 2 exams following the conclusion of various chapter groups. All exams will be a mixture of true/false, multiple choice, and essay questions. Each is worth 100 total points, 200 points total
- Unit Projects: There will a unit project assigned throughout the semester. As of this writing, this project will consist of a one page paper related to a juvenile detention center tour. See portal for details. This paper is worth 100 points, 100 total points.
- Daily Homework: There will be 5 short homework assignments throughout the semester. Each is worth 20 points, 100 point total
- Research papers: There will be one research paper throughout the semester. This paper is worth 100 points, 100 total points.
Grading system
The graded requirements are distributed in the following way:
- 2 Comprehensive Exams 100 points per exam
- 5 Homework Assignments 20 points per assignment
- 1 Research Papers 100 points per paper
- 1 Project 100 points per projectTotal possible points: 500 points
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Grade |
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GPA |
Grade |
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GPA |
Grade |
% |
GPA |
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A |
100-93 |
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A |
> 93 |
4.0 |
A- |
90-92 |
3.7 |
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B+ |
87-89 |
3.3 |
B |
83-86 |
3.0 |
B- |
80-82 |
2.7 |
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C+ |
77-79 |
2.3 |
C |
73-76 |
2.0 |
C- |
70-72 |
1.7 |
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D |
60-69 |
1.0 |
F |
< 60 |
0.0 |
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I |
Incomplete |
0.0 |
W |
Withdrawal |
0.0 |
AUD |
Audit |
0.0 |
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance is expected and will be taken daily per Quincy College policy. The Instructor recognizes that students are adults and as such may have priorities that do not accommodate attendance and students have the discretion to attend or not attend lectures.
MAKE-UP POLICY
Students are responsible for covering any material that is covered in class during an absence. Students are expected to attend all classes when exams and presentations are due. The instructor will reasonable accommodate any issues or conflicts that may arise during the semester. There is no makeup policy for the last exam during finals. Any late assignments will result in a reduction of one grade per day until the assignment is turned in. Assignments not turned in within four days will result in a failed assignment. Failure to take the last exam will result in a reduction of 100 points from the total points accumulated during the semester.
CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY
The best methods to determine if a class has been cancelled is to check the college’s website for weather related cancellations) or through the portal.
COMMUNICATION WITH INSTRUCTOR
All email communication between Quincy College faculty and enrolled students must occur via the College issued email account or through the Quincy College Portal. If you do not have a working Quincy College email account please contact Information Technology at: ITsupport@quincycollege.edu
STUDENT ID CARDS
Students are required to carry a Quincy College ID card on their person at all times. Professors are authorized to request that a student leave the classroom if that student is unable to present a student ID.
COURSE CONTENT
Juvenile Delinquency is an evolving policy issue, matter of national concern, and a means to a profession, the course prepares students to explore this area of policy, law enforcement/emergency response, and government. This course addresses treatment, detention, policy development, legal and criminal justice issues, and concepts regarding the structure and authority of the police and family. Case studies are examined focusing on threat assessment, criminal acts, and potential risks.
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Class |
Date |
Topic |
Assignment |
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1 |
9/7 |
Syllabus/Introduction |
Group activity |
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2 |
9/12 |
Introduction |
Group activity |
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3 |
9/14 |
Chapter One |
Chapter One |
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4 |
9/19 |
Review |
Group activity |
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5 |
9/21 |
Detention |
Group activity |
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6 |
9/26 |
Chapter Two |
Group activity |
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7 |
9/28 |
Drug Abuse |
Group activity |
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8 |
10/3 |
Chapter Three |
Group activity |
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9 |
10/5 |
Review |
Group activity |
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10 |
10/10 |
No Class |
Columbus Day |
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11 |
10/17 |
Chapter Three |
Group activity |
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12 |
10/24 |
Chapter Four |
Group activity |
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13 |
10/26 |
Review |
Group activity |
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14 |
10/31 |
Review |
Group activity |
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16 |
11/2 |
Mid-Term |
Exam |
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17 |
11/7 |
Chapter Five |
Group activity |
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18 |
11/9 |
Chapter Six |
Group activity |
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19 |
11/14 |
Research |
Group activity |
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20 |
11/16 |
Review |
Review |
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21 |
11/21 |
Chapter Seven |
Group activity |
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22 |
11/23 |
Prevention |
Group activity |
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23 |
11./28 |
Chapter Eight |
Group activity |
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24 |
11/30 |
Review |
Review |
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25 |
12/5 |
Chapter Nine |
Group activity |
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26 |
12/7 |
Chapter Ten |
Group activity |
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27 |
12/12 |
Chapter Eleven |
Group activity |
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28 |
12/14 |
Chapter Twelve |
Group activity |
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29 |
12/19 |
Review |
Review |
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30 |
12/21 |
Final Exam |
Exam |
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QUINCY COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS – Fall 2016 |
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Juvenile Delinquency CJS-107-01 |
Mon-Wed, 9:25 AM - 10:40 AM (9/7/2016 - 12/21/2016) Location: QUIN PP 322 |
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Instructor |
Brian W. DiRamio |
Phone: |
617-984-1738 |
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Office |
PP 333 |
Email: |
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Mailbox |
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Quincy College Policy see Student Handbook |
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Office Hours – By Appointment |
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MON |
TUE |
WED |
THU |
FRI |
SAT |
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9:24 am – 10:40 |
HSC-108 |
9:25 am – 10:40 |
3:00 to 11:00 |
3:00 to 11:00 |
7 am to 3:00 pm |
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REQUIRED TEXTBOOK(s)
Juvenile Delinquency
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course covers selected theories of delinquency, programs of prevention and control, treatment, confinement, utilization of community resources, and the history and current role of the juvenile court. Placement at ENG 101 level strongly advised.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the course, the student shall have an understanding of the following and shall be able to:
- Explain the structure of the Juvenile Corrections Systems
- Explain Delinquency and its causes
- Describe the manner in which juvenile threats are evaluated, addressed and mitigated with the rationale behind each of these processes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of juvenile corrections in comparison to adult correctional systems
- Describe the relationship of family dysfunction, drug and alcohol abuse, and violence in relationship to delinquencyCOURSE DELIVERY FORMATOn CampusThis course meets on campus (Room PP 322) according to the schedule posted above. The majority of the course content will be delivered through lectures and other activities conducted during class meetings. Online resources may be used to supplement the textbook or provide interaction with the content and/or assessment. The course will also have a portal page which contains the class syllabus, handouts, and important information (particularly in the event of a weather or emergency closing).
- GRADING POLICY
- This course will embrace a variety of methodologies including but not limited to the adoption of: Audio and video media, academic research, hands-on activity, group activity, internet media including academic, cultural and popular websites, oral presentations, and outside activity with a current practitioner. Tours/field trips may also be offered at the discretion of the instructor. Successful completion will earn 3 credits.
- INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGIES
- Exams: There will be 2 exams following the conclusion of various chapter groups. All exams will be a mixture of true/false, multiple choice, and essay questions. Each is worth 100 total points, 200 points total
- Unit Projects: There will a unit project assigned throughout the semester. As of this writing, this project will consist of a one page paper related to a juvenile detention center tour. See portal for details. This paper is worth 100 points, 100 total points.
- Daily Homework: There will be 5 short homework assignments throughout the semester. Each is worth 20 points, 100 point total
- Research papers: There will be one research paper throughout the semester. This paper is worth 100 points, 100 total points.
Grading system
The graded requirements are distributed in the following way:
- 2 Comprehensive Exams 100 points per exam
- 5 Homework Assignments 20 points per assignment
- 1 Research Papers 100 points per paper
- 1 Project 100 points per projectTotal possible points: 500 points
|
Grade |
% |
GPA |
Grade |
% |
GPA |
Grade |
% |
GPA |
|
A |
100-93 |
|
A |
> 93 |
4.0 |
A- |
90-92 |
3.7 |
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B+ |
87-89 |
3.3 |
B |
83-86 |
3.0 |
B- |
80-82 |
2.7 |
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C+ |
77-79 |
2.3 |
C |
73-76 |
2.0 |
C- |
70-72 |
1.7 |
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D |
60-69 |
1.0 |
F |
< 60 |
0.0 |
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I |
Incomplete |
0.0 |
W |
Withdrawal |
0.0 |
AUD |
Audit |
0.0 |
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance is expected and will be taken daily per Quincy College policy. The Instructor recognizes that students are adults and as such may have priorities that do not accommodate attendance and students have the discretion to attend or not attend lectures.
MAKE-UP POLICY
Students are responsible for covering any material that is covered in class during an absence. Students are expected to attend all classes when exams and presentations are due. The instructor will reasonable accommodate any issues or conflicts that may arise during the semester. There is no makeup policy for the last exam during finals. Any late assignments will result in a reduction of one grade per day until the assignment is turned in. Assignments not turned in within four days will result in a failed assignment. Failure to take the last exam will result in a reduction of 100 points from the total points accumulated during the semester.
CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY
The best methods to determine if a class has been cancelled is to check the college’s website for weather related cancellations) or through the portal.
COMMUNICATION WITH INSTRUCTOR
All email communication between Quincy College faculty and enrolled students must occur via the College issued email account or through the Quincy College Portal. If you do not have a working Quincy College email account please contact Information Technology at: ITsupport@quincycollege.edu
STUDENT ID CARDS
Students are required to carry a Quincy College ID card on their person at all times. Professors are authorized to request that a student leave the classroom if that student is unable to present a student ID.
COURSE CONTENT
Juvenile Delinquency is an evolving policy issue, matter of national concern, and a means to a profession, the course prepares students to explore this area of policy, law enforcement/emergency response, and government. This course addresses treatment, detention, policy development, legal and criminal justice issues, and concepts regarding the structure and authority of the police and family. Case studies are examined focusing on threat assessment, criminal acts, and potential risks.
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Class |
Date |
Topic |
Assignment |
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1 |
9/7 |
Syllabus/Introduction |
Group activity |
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2 |
9/12 |
Introduction |
Group activity |
|
3 |
9/14 |
Chapter One |
Chapter One |
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4 |
9/19 |
Review |
Group activity |
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5 |
9/21 |
Detention |
Group activity |
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6 |
9/26 |
Chapter Two |
Group activity |
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7 |
9/28 |
Drug Abuse |
Group activity |
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8 |
10/3 |
Chapter Three |
Group activity |
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9 |
10/5 |
Review |
Group activity |
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10 |
10/10 |
No Class |
Columbus Day |
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11 |
10/17 |
Chapter Three |
Group activity |
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12 |
10/24 |
Chapter Four |
Group activity |
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13 |
10/26 |
Review |
Group activity |
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14 |
10/31 |
Review |
Group activity |
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16 |
11/2 |
Mid-Term |
Exam |
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17 |
11/7 |
Chapter Five |
Group activity |
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18 |
11/9 |
Chapter Six |
Group activity |
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19 |
11/14 |
Research |
Group activity |
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20 |
11/16 |
Review |
Review |
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21 |
11/21 |
Chapter Seven |
Group activity |
|
22 |
11/23 |
Prevention |
Group activity |
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23 |
11./28 |
Chapter Eight |
Group activity |
|
24 |
11/30 |
Review |
Review |
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25 |
12/5 |
Chapter Nine |
Group activity |
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26 |
12/7 |
Chapter Ten |
Group activity |
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27 |
12/12 |
Chapter Eleven |
Group activity |
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28 |
12/14 |
Chapter Twelve |
Group activity |
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29 |
12/19 |
Review |
Review |
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30 |
12/21 |
Final Exam |
Exam |
This syllabus is subject to change
This syllabus is subject to change
Course Summary:
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