CRMJ 1110 - Criminal Investigation I

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

Criminal Justice

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course introduces the student to the study of investigative procedures beginning with the preliminary investigation through the follow-up phase. Additional topics covered within this course include documenting the crime scene, death investigations, interviewing techniques, evidence recognition, identification and collection. The laboratory experience will provide actual investigation situations to enhance student learning. UG

3 Lab Hour(s)

2 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy	Quantitative Literacy VALUE Rubric

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Differentiate between the three major types of evidence.	Exam, video reaction assignments, chapter discussion questions, critical thinking exercise – weeks 1-2
2. Determine the three primary responsibilities of the first responder to the crime scene.	Computer based case scenarios, research questions, exam, video reaction assignment – weeks 1-2 and week 15
3. Identify and reconstruct the crime scene search patterns.	Exam, lab exercises, lab observation, student demonstration – weeks 4-5
4. Identify and compose the information that should be included in the chain of custody records.	Exam, group work, lab exercises, lab observation – weeks 9-10
5. Identify the ten principles of collecting and preserving physical evidence.	Computer based case scenarios, exam, lab exercises, student demonstration - weeks 4,5,6
6. Given a mock crime scene, equipment, and blank reports, used by a police agency, the student will work in a small group and plan, organize, prepare, and process a crime scene, which will include: a. completing necessary reports, and developing search warrants b. diagramming and measuring the crime scene, c. and preparing a written case report of the case as well as an oral presentation of the case findings.	Mock crime scene analysis, lab exercise weeks 13-15
7. Prepare a rough sketch of a mock crime scene.	Lab exercises, lab observation, student demonstration – week 3 and week 15
8. Prepare a detailed court-ready drawing from a rough sketch of a mock crime scene.	Discussion questions, , lab check-offs, mock crime scene, exam, lab exercises, student demonstration- week 3 and week 15
9. Given a mock scenario, the student shall prepare and conduct a successful interview.	Lab exercise, student demonstration, mock crime scene analysis exercise, – week12 and week 15
10. Describe how to identify and obtain information from suspects and victims of crimes.	Video reaction assignment, student demonstration, research questions, lab exercise, exam – weeks 6,7,8
11. Prepare a search warrant utilizing a mock scenario.	Lab exercise, chapter discussion questions – weeks 9-10
12. Utilize the proper steps in effective note taking during the investigation of crimes.	Exam, lab exercise, student demonstration – weeks 2-3

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

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