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CRJ 118 Corrections in America
Prerequisite: CRJ 101
3 credit(s)
3 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
This course introduces the American corrections system, including the history and evolution of the system as well as current philosophies and practices.
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Upon completion of this course, the student will:
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
Calculated using the following weighted average
Evaluation Measure
Percentage of final grade
Summative: Exam (4) (equally weighted)
60%
Formative: Quizzes, assignments, reflections, presentations (equally weighted)
40%
TOTAL
100%
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