To introduce students to basic investigative responsibilities in properly documenting crime the scene, conducting searches, seizing and discovering forensic and physical evidence, property documenting information, and identifying and arresting suspects.

To introduce students to the investigation of violent crimes like death investigations, assaults, domestic violence, stalking, sex offenses, armed robbery, and violent crimes against children.

To introduce students to the various types of crimes against property. Investigation of burglaries, thefts, white collar and environmental crimes, motor vehicle thefts, arson, bomb and explosive investigations.

To introduce students to special challenges to the criminal investigator such as, computer crime, organized crime, hate and ritualistic crime, gang investigations, illegal drugs and terrorism investigations.

To introduce students to case preparation for the District Attorney for prosecution, Grand Jury, and Court presentation.

To introduce students to the different aspects of homeland security and emergency management issues.

1. PARTICIPATION: The instructor will review and expound upon the major concepts in each chapter to reinforce students’ homework reading. Class participation will be through open group discussions, homework assignments and other presentations. Some test questions will come from class discussions, lecture, and quest speakers.

2. READING: Students are expected to be prepared for class by reading appropriate textbook chapters prior to class as outlined in the tentative schedule. This will prepared the student for the unannounced quizzes.

3. TESTS: There will be FOUR (4) major examinations. Each examination will be a combination of objective (multiple choice, fill in blanks, true/false, matching), and subjective (short answer). Each examination will count 100 points each for a total of 400 points of the final grade. *NOTE: Students must provide four (4) 50 question scan tron sheets for the major test and a number two pencil.

4. QUIZZES: There will be several (approximately 10 +) unannounced quizzes during the semester. Each quiz will court ten (10) points each for a total of 100 points of the final grade. Quizzes cannot be made up. Only ten (10) of the quizzes (top ten grades) will count toward the final grade.

5. CLASS PROJECTS: Students will be given TWO (2) class assignments that will count 50 points each of the final grade for a total of 100 points. These short assignments will have a specific due date and will be a part of classroom discussions. The assignments must be turned in on time and cannot be made up at a later date without prior approval of the instructor. The format and instructions for the assignments will be given out at a later date.

A= 540 to 600 points

B= 480 to 539 points

C= 420 to 479 points

D= 360 to 419 points

F= 0 to 359 points

1. CSU ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students are expected to attend and participate in every class meeting. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students’ ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not, are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades.

Attendance is a vita part to successfully learning the material and making good grades; therefore, coming to class is strongly encouraged. A record of attendance will be kept by requiring students to sign a roster or calling the role at the beginning of each class period. Students who have between 8-12 unexcused absences during the semester will have their final grade reduced by one letter grade. Students who have more than 12 unexcused absences will have two letter grades taken off their final grade.

All absences are considered unexcused unless the student can provide supporting documents related to a family/health emergency, an official University function, or an official military function. Absences will be excused only for serious personal situations that are verifiable and explained in writing to the instructor’s satisfaction.

2. TARDINESS POLICY: If a student is late to class, it is that student’s responsibility to sign in. Students are expected to be in class on time. As stated above, class roll will be taken at the beginning of each class. Coming in late is distractive to students and the instructor. Students who must be late should inform the instructor in advance or make prior arrangements. If you must leave early, inform the instructor prior to class.

3. All computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices will be turned off during class. They are a distraction to other students and the instructor.

4. Cheating will not be tolerated. Students who cheat will receive a zero (0) on the assignment and will be dealt with in keeping with the Student Handbook.

5. Plagiarism will not be tolerated on any assignment. Any plagiarism will result in a zero (0) for the assignment.

6. Children are NOT permitted in any CSU classrooms under any circumstances, nor may they be left unattended anywhere on the campus for any length of time.

7. Students are expected to know and follow all relevant portions of the Student Handbook. Do not bring children or guest to class. In accordance with college policy, eating food is not allowed in class. Soft drinks and coffee are allowed.

8. Makeup test will be given AT THE INSTRUCTOR’S DISCRETION and only in cases of serious personal situation that can be verified.

9. The instructor will not accept projects via e-mail unless prior arrangements are made.

10. This syllabus is subject to revision where necessary to meet course goals and objectives.

11. Students who miss class on the date they are assigned a research preparation paper will receive zero (0) points unless prior arrangements with the instructor have been made.

12. All assignments, which are a part of this course, must be completed for a student to pass this course.

13. To obtain this document in an alternative format and request accommodations, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator, 770-961-3719, email disabilityservices@mail.clayton.edu

14. Disruption of the Learning Environment: Behavior which disrupts the teaching-learning process during class activities will not be tolerated. While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activates may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of WF.

A more detailed description of examples of disruptive behavior and appeal procedures is provided at:

http://a-s.clayton.edu/DisruptiveClassroomBehavior.htm