AJ-15 Narcotics / 6
/ Syllabus
Criminal Justice
ADJ-15 47026 Narcotics
Campus: Riverside City College
Room QD #16
Instructor Edward G. Ramirez, MCJ
(626) 485-5624
Fall Semester, 2017
Start Date: August 28, 2017
Last Class: December 13,2017
Mondays and Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM
Sixteen week course
Course Description
This course is a basic course in the various drugs used both legally and illegal. It is essentially,
• To identify the basic understanding of narcotics, and history
• To learn the basic identity of the various narcotics and their affects.
• To acquire an awareness of how illegal or legal drugs can ruin your life
· My personal Web site http://websites.rcc.edu/ramirez/ Here, you can access your syllabus, my power point lectures and any paper assignments etc.
Policies
Students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the college’s posted/on-line school policies. http://www.rccd.edu/administration/board/New%20Board%20Policies/5500BP.pdf
· Students should read the Riverside City College policies handbook.
· Instructor policies: This information is listed in this syllabus and the instructor will cover the policies on the first night of class
These assignments and materials are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of the semester.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLO’s):
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
Identify the various illegal street drugs, their history, and various
usages and their effects.
Define the various categories of drugs that are classified as
Stimulants.
Define the various categories of drugs that are classified as
Depressants.
Define the various categories of drugs that are classified as
Psychedelics.
Define the various categories of drugs that are classified as narcotics/opiates
Define the various categories of drugs that are classified as
“others,” i.e., inhalants, sports drugs, and psychiatric medications.
Analyze the effect and behavioral changes in people that use
drugs.
Define the various principles and goals of treatment, mental
imbalances and illnesses that are caused by the use of psychoactive drugs
Identify the various legal drugs used by society
COURSE CONTENT:
This course will consist of lecture, written and reading assignments, and may include videos, films, and class or group discussions. Students should have little difficulty with (2) exams and successfully completing the course if they attend class, complete required reading and assignments, take notes, study, and participate in class when asked to do so. Last date to drop without a W, 11/17/17. It is your responsibility to drop, not the instructors.
GRADES:
Your total accumulated points will determine your final course grade as follows:
600 – 540 points = A
539 – 480 points = B
479 – 420 points = C
419 – 360 points = D
359 and below points = F
Participation in class (excessive absences will effect these points) up to 25 points
Newspaper Drug Article up to 25 points
Quizzes (There are two) up to 25 points each
Interview of drug user up to 100 points
Drug research paper (1st written assignment) up to 100 points
Mid Term Quiz up to 100 points
Final exam (quiz) up to 200 points
Total points possible 600 points
Extra Credit assignment TBA by instructor from 15-25 points
The final grade will be determined by examining the distribution of points earned by students. There are no make ups on the quizzes. It is important to attend these classes as these quiz points are important
Midterm quiz as well as the final exam must be completed in order to successfully pass the class. If you fail to complete your midterm quiz or fail to complete your final exam, you will receive a grade of F
Course Materials (Highly Recommended due to reading assignments)
Hanson, G.R., Venturelli, P.J., Fleckenstein, A.E. (2012). Drugs and Society (12th ed.). Jones and Bartlett
Learning, Burlington, MA
CONDUCT: You are enrolled in a college course. Obstruction or disruption of this class is not acceptable. Students who engage in talking during lectures, leave class and cause a disruptive behavior may have their grade reduced or be dropped from the course. Cell phones ipads, etc must be on silent and if you have a family emergency and need to leave class, please inform the instructor.
Communication is the key to success in my class. Please communicate all issues, concerns and problems if possible.
CHEATING/PLAGIARISM:
Successful students always make sure that their work is original. Plagiarism is considered a form of cheating. Anyone who cheats, or is engaged in plagiarism will receive an “F” on the assignment. If repeated, the student
may fail the course and may be subject to disciplinary action from the college in accordance with Board Policy 6080.
Additional information regarding rules, regulations, and safety issues will be discussed in class
Students who are absent four consecutive classes will be dropped. Note: If excused due to illness or family emergency, instructor may keep student. Students who are absent more than four absences will not receive participation points. Class lectures are subject to change
Weeks 1-5Week One / Welcome Orientation/syllabus and Chapter One / 08/28/
17 / Start
Week 1
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Welcome, Syllabus, other important information,
Chapter One Introduction to Drugs and Society
Select a drug of your choice, i.e. marijuana, cocaine, alcohol.
Write a four (4) page paper on the history, effects, usage, and onset of the drug. Include a title page and a reference page. Include one reference from your text or other publication and at least one from the Internet. Format modified APA Guidelines Due Week Three!!
Week One Homework, bring in a newspaper article regarding drugs. Attach the article to a blank piece of paper and be prepared to discuss in class. Not an Internet news article
Due week two
Read chapter Two and discussion questions / 08/28/
17
08/30/
17
Week Two
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / NO SCHOOL MONDAY
Newspaper drug article due!
Drug Newspaper discussions
Began with Chapter 2 Explaining Drug Use and Abuse
Class Lecture
Questions regarding 1st written assignment, due next week / 09/04/
17
09/06/
17
Discussion Questions from Chapter Two
Week Three
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Turn in 1st written assignment paper
Chapter 3 Drug Use, Regulations and the Law
Class Lecture / 09/11/
17
09/13/
17
Discussion Questions from Chapter Two
Read upcoming chapter
Week Four
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Drug film, TBA
Discussion Questions from Chapter 3 / 09/18/
17
09/20/
17
Week Five
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / 1st Quiz, Chapters 1-3 and film viewed on week four
Chapter 5, How and Why Drugs Work
Class Lecture
Discussion Questions / 09/25/
17
09/27/
17
Review upcoming assignment on interviewing a drug user!!
**Interview Drug User, write a two page paper regarding drug:
1. how first used,
2. who introduced,
3. changes in life as a result,
4. still using,?
5. Was it a gateway to other drugs.
6. If they had to start over, would they have used
Due Week 7
Read upcoming chapter
Week Six
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapter 6 CNS Depressants (Downers)
Class Lecture
North Hollywood Bank Robbery short film and discussion / 10/02/
17
10/04/
17
Discussion Questions from Chapter six
Weeks 7-10
Drug Users, current drug news and trends
Read upcoming chapter
Week Seven
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapters 7 & 8 Alcohol
Class Lecture
Power Point slides on Ms. Saburido & discussion
Drug interview paper due! / 10/09/
17
10/11/
17
Week Eight
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM /
Drug film, TBA by instructor
Film discussions / 10/16/
17
10/18/
17
Read upcoming chapter
Week Nine
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapter 9 Narcotics (Opioids) Monday
Wednesday, Mid Term Quiz, 50 questions worth 2 points each for a total of 100.
Bring in Scan Tron and #2 Pencil / 10/23/
17
10/25/
17
Weeks 10-16
Last phase of classes, weeks 10-16
Week Ten
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapter 10 Stimulants
Class Lecture
Short film on stimulants
Short film on meth / 10/30/
17
11/01/
17
Week Eleven
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapter 11 Tobacco
Class Lecture
Read upcoming chapter
Discussion Questions from Chapter 10 / 11/06/
17
11/08/
17
Week Twelve
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapter 12 Hallucinogens (Psychedelics)
Class Lecture / 11/13/
17
11/15/
17
Read upcoming chapter
Discussion Questions from Chapter 11
Week Thirteen
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapter 13 Marijuana
Class Lecture
Partial film on marijuana
Quiz #2 Chapters 6-12 / 11/20/
17
11/22/
17
Read upcoming chapter
Discussion Questions from Chapter 12
Week Fourteen
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Chapter 14 & 15 Inhalants/Over the Counter & Herbal
Class Lecture / 11/27/
17
11/29/
17
Read upcoming chapter
Discussion Questions from Chapter 13
Week Fifteen
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / Drug Film, TBA
/ 12/04/
17
12/06/
17
Discussion Questions from Chapters 14 and 15
Week 16
Week Sixteen
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:10 AM to 12:35 PM / You will need to bring a Scantron form
Final will consist of 100 questions from all Chapters/quizzes 1&2
Final Exam: final will begin on Monday at 11:10. After the final you may leave. Best of luck to you all!
Final will consist of a written, multiple choice and true and false quiz
Each question is worth 2 points for a total of 200. / 12/11/
17
12/13/
17
/ Additional info:
If you email and I don’t respond in a timely manner, it is ok to
text me on my cell phone #, 626 485-5624
SPECIAL NEEDS:
If you have a documented disability requiring accommodations in this class, please contact me or the Office of disabled Students Programs and Services. We will be happy to work with you in determining appropriate accommodations to meet the educational limitations resulting from your disability. The locations and phone number for DSPS are, Riverside ADM 121, 951 222-8060
Thank you for enrolling in this course. Together we can make it an interesting and enjoyable class. I encourage your participation, questions and comments. Please don’t hesitate to contact me when you may need my assistance
Edward G. Ramirez
Adjunct Instructor
Riverside City College