Syllabus
Mental Health Forensics CRCJ4388 Spring 2005
Instructor: Course information:
Dr. Shari Julian `
Monday &
Wednesday
Office: 324 University Hall
1:00 to 2:20 A.M.
Phone: 817-272-3318 Room
UH 025
Message center: 817-267-1510
Email:
sjulian@uta.edu
Office
Hours: (or by appointment)
sharijulian@charter.net
Monday & Wednesday 11:00
A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Course Materials:
The following textbook is required:
The Casebook of Forensic Detection, Colin Evans
Profiling Violent Crimes, Ronald M. Holmes & Stephen T. Holmes
Sexual Homicide, Patterns and Motives, Ressler, R. K.,
Burgess, A. W., Douglas, J. E.
Forensics for Dummies, D.P. Lyle, MD
The student is required to provide a minimum of 15 articles to
illustrate recognition of issues pertaining to the subject of mental
health or social science forensics. THIS WORKS OUT TO A MINIMUM OF 1 PER
WEEK. These articles will be from credible sources. Academic Journals
and databases, professional journals, newspapers, and web sites of valid
news organizations are examples of credible sources. A bibliography must
be included for multiple articles submitted simultaneously and all
papers will be stapled in the top left corner with the student’s name
and course number and designation prominently displayed on the top of
each page. No credit will be given for any article without a name and
course designation.
On occasion, the student will also be supplied with copies of
articles provided by the instructor as an introduction to that day’s
lecture. These articles do not count toward the student’s total of
submitted articles.
My Website:
The CRCJ Department of UTA maintains web space for all faculty. My
space can be accessed by going to the UTA web site and clicking on
Academics & Research/ Colleges, Schools & Departments/ Criminology &
Criminal Justice/ Faculty/ Shari Julian. You will find articles,
resources and web links to valuable information sources necessary to get
the most out of this course. I encourage you to access these materials.
Course Description:
This course provides an integrated social science approach to crime
and the criminal mind. This course will investigate the psychological,
sociological, anthropological and systemic milieu of crime and the
criminal. The team approach to crime investigation, evidence analysis,
profiling and forensic evidentiary systems will be emphasized. The class
will have the opportunity to review cold case files and to examine the
social science evidence and case development of real crimes. This class
will likely have the opportunity to visit an autopsy conducted off
campus. Attendance will not be required but it is encouraged. Date of
visitation will be announced.
Course Objectives:
Exposure to the various aspects of the social sciences which
contribute to the analysis and forensics of cases, will enable the
student to understand the "team approach" to forensic case building. The
student will be exposed to the social science elements of a case.
Accommodation:
Any student who requires a special accommodation due to a disability,
or if you have emergency health information, please notify the
instructor and we will make every effort to meet your needs.
Attendance:
Attendance is required and a grade is given for daily participation.
Students who fail to attend a minimum of 75% of the scheduled classes
will be deficient in participation and as a result will have their final
grade dropped 1 letter grade. In the event that a class is missed the
student is still responsible for the day’s materials as well as any
reading or homework assignments. It is suggested that class notes be
obtained from a fellow student with their permission. The instructor’s
class notes will not be available for copying.
Tardiness:
This class is going to feature several prominent guest speakers. It
is important that we present a professional attitude and respect for
their time and contribution. Therefore it is important to be on time and
seated when class begins. Late arrivals will not be seated after the
speaker begins their program.
Pop Quizzes:
There will be many short pop quizzes given randomly. These will be
distributed during the first 5 minutes of class. Late arrivals will not
be allowed to take the quiz. This will be reflected in the daily grades.
Students must purchase and have on hand sufficient Scantron cards to be
able to take a quiz when offered. Success depends on being current on
the reading and class materials.
Academic Integrity:
Plagiarism is strictly forbidden by University policy and described
in the 2003-2005 Undergraduate Catalog on page 35 as well as at
http://www.uta.edu/studentaffairs/judicialaffairs/academic_integrity.php.
Any instances of plagiarism will be reported to the Departmental
Chairman and will be dealt with according to University policy.
Course Requirements and Grading:
Students are expected to complete the reading assignments by the
scheduled class meeting and are responsible for the material covered in
the text and class notes. All assignments will be turned in on time.
Tests will be taken as scheduled. Evidence of a valid reason will be
required for permission to take a make up test. Valid reasons include: A
death in the family, doctor’s appointment or hospitalization. A phone
call or voice message PRIOR to missing the test goes a
long way in establishing legitimacy.
Grading Format:
POP QUIZZES, CLASS PARTICIPATION & HOMEWORK- 30 POINTS
1 MIDTERM- 20 POINTS
1 RESEARCH PAPER- 10 POINTS
ARTICLES- 15 POINTS
FINAL- 25 POINTS
Every effort will be made to adhere to the attached schedule. In the
event that changes occur they will be announced during class.
COURSE SCHEDULE: Lecture & Reading Assignment:
Week 1-
Wednesday, January 19, 2005
Class
business, text identification, Class Meet and Greet, Overview
“Be a Forensic Analyst”
Read: The Casebook of Forensic Detection,
Pages 1 to 155 for Wednesday
1/26/2005
Week
2-
Monday, January 24, 2005
