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COURSE SYLLABUS

Intro to Forensic Science

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COURSE TITLE: / COURSE NUMBER:

Introduction to Forensic Science CJB 2713

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course exposes the student to the capabilities and functions of a full-service crime laboratory. Also covered is evidence selection and submission to crime lab in accordance with established standards and legal requirements including chain of custody.

3 Semester Credit Hours.

PREREQUISITES:
None
NAME(S) OF INSTRUCTOR(S): / Program availability
DATE OF LATEST REVISION: / 2010-2011
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS: (Please include title, author, publisher, edition & ISBN)
Criminal Evidence 4th edition
Judy Hails Kaci
Copperhouse
ISBN:1-928916-08-2
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-SPECIFICLaw Enforcement ProgramCOMPETENCIES / LEARNING OUTCOMES:
CJB 2713 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. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the capabilities of a full-service crime lab.
  2. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the chain of custody and submission protocols.
  3. The student will demonstrate knowledge of appropriate comparison standards.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES FORCJB 2713, INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC SCIENCE
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 and 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 InformationTechnologyCenter, located in the library, is equipped with computer workstations. Lab hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE:
  1. Introduction
  2. Types of evidence
  3. Direct and circumstantial evidence
  4. Crime scene evidence
  5. Identification procedures
  6. Preparing the case for court
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. ChipolaCollege’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:
ChipolaCollege 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 2713]
The student will: / COLLEGE-LEVEL AND
DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES* / ASSESSMENT
METHODS
USED BY
FACULTY**
  1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the capabilities of a full-service crime lab
/ NS-1 / UT, SD
  1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of the chain of custody and submission protocols
/ NS-3 / UT, SD
  1. The student will demonstrate knowledge of appropriate comparison standards
/ NS-5 / 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.

Intro to Forensic Science

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