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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the correctional system by examining the history of correctional facilities in Western countries. Students will gain knowledge of the influence and development of corrections from different philosophical and political perspectives. The effectiveness of public and private prisons and the contemporary issues and challenges confronting management, staff, and prisoners in Australia are also examined.
Unit was previously coded JUS3375
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit is conducted in both the on-campus and off-campus modes. On-campus students are required to attend a three hour seminar each week. Seminars are delivered by relevant industry personnel with direct experience in the field of corrections. The seminars are used to introduce the central theories and concepts relevant to understanding corrections and custodial offender management. The seminars also direct students to relevant literature and discusses its application to correctional practice. The interactive nature of the seminars provides students the opportunity to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail and in doing so, further develop their oral communication skills. Assessment methods allow students to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic recording of the seminar each week. All information is delivered to off-campus students via Blackboard. Seminars are delivered by relevant industry personnel with direct experience in the field of corrections. The seminars are used to introduce the central theories and concepts relevant to understanding corrections and custodial offender management. The seminars also direct students to relevant literature and discuss its application to correctional practice. Opportunities to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail are provided using regular Blackboard discussion forums and online tutorials using Adobe Connect Pro. Assessment methods provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and their written communication skills. Regular online access is required.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Quiz | 30% |
| Essay | Essay | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Quiz | 30% |
| Essay | Essay | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the correctional system by examining the history of correctional facilities in Western countries. Students will gain knowledge of the influence and development of corrections from different philosophical and political perspectives. The effectiveness of public and private prisons and the contemporary issues and challenges confronting management, staff, and prisoners in Australia are also examined.
Unit was previously coded JUS3375
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This unit is conducted in both the on-campus and off-campus modes. On-campus students are required to attend a three hour seminar each week. Seminars are delivered by relevant industry personnel with direct experience in the field of corrections. The seminars are used to introduce the central theories and concepts relevant to understanding corrections and custodial offender management. The seminars also direct students to relevant literature and discusses its application to correctional practice. The interactive nature of the seminars provides students the opportunity to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail and in doing so, further develop their oral communication skills. Assessment methods allow students to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic recording of the seminar each week. All information is delivered to off-campus students via Blackboard. Seminars are delivered by relevant industry personnel with direct experience in the field of corrections. The seminars are used to introduce the central theories and concepts relevant to understanding corrections and custodial offender management. The seminars also direct students to relevant literature and discuss its application to correctional practice. Opportunities to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail are provided using regular Blackboard discussion forums and online tutorials using Adobe Connect Pro. Assessment methods provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and their written communication skills. Regular online access is required.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Quiz | 30% |
| Essay | Essay | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Quiz | 30% |
| Essay | Essay | 30% |
| Examination | Final examination | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
CRI2103|2|2