Professor Information
Michael Bryant
Contact
michael.bryant@adtalem.comBiography
My
name is Michael Bryant and I was born and raised in Burlington, North
Carolina. Donna (my wife), Neeko, Lacey Rose (our Boston Terriers) and I
now reside in Asheboro, North Carolina. I received my Bachelor’s
degree from Guilford College in 2000 and my Master’s degree from the
University of Cincinnati in 2008. I have been in the criminal justice
field for over 24 years. For the last 19 years I have been employed as a
Magistrate Judge in Judicial district 19-B, assigned to Randolph
County. Prior to my magistrate appointment I worked for a small town
police department for about eight years. During my time at the police
department, I worked patrol, criminal investigations, crime scene tech,
vice/narcotics, internal affairs, and computer services, leaving with
the rank of lieutenant. Additionally, I have taught criminal justice
classes on the community college level for over 10 years.
Aside from working and teaching, I enjoy most all outdoor activities. I enjoy fishing, hunting, basketball, football and spending time with my family.
Aside from working and teaching, I enjoy most all outdoor activities. I enjoy fishing, hunting, basketball, football and spending time with my family.
Course Information
| Course Title: | Introduction to Criminology |
|---|---|
| Course Number: | JADM110 |
| Course Description: | This course examines individual and social theories of crime. Approaches to researching the incidents, types, and causes of crime are examined, as are consequences of crime and governmental interventions. Topics also include violent crimes, crimes against property, white-collar and corporate crime, and public disorder crimes. |
| Course Prerequisites: | JADM100 |
Textbooks and Supplemental Materials
Required Textbooks
The following books are required for this course:
Criminology Today: An Integrative Introduction
7th Edition
Frank Schmalleger
2015 Pearson
Course Objectives
Course Objectives (COs)
define the learning objectives that the student will be required to demonstrate by course completion.
1
Given
social policy based on the results of criminal research in the areas of
crime control, and the social context within which crime occurs,
analyze the impact experimental criminology socialization has on
contemporary criminology.1,2
2
Given
current biological theories of criminal behavior, evaluate the role
chemical and environmental precursor’s play in crime causation.3,2
3
Given
the psychological understandings of criminality, evaluate how different
types of crime control policies have evolved into the assessment of
dangerousness.3
4
Given
the social institutions in present society and the emerging conflict
theory, analyze the limitations of the social structure, social process,
and social development theories in the understanding and prevention of
crime.4
5
Given
the various types of crimes against persons and property, explain how
typologies can help criminologists characterize criminal offending.5
6
Given
the rise of drug-related crimes, white-collar crime, and organized
crime in the United States, evaluate how criminological theories can
explain these types of criminal behavior.6
7
Given
that technological advances and globalization provide an increase in
criminal opportunity, compare and contrast the need for advanced
security and personal freedom.7
8
Given
the importance of accurate and clear communication within the field of
justice administration, utilize research and writing skills relevant in
the industry to prepare assignments.3,1,5,7
Assignment & Exam Due Date Policy
All assignments, quizzes, and exams are to be completed per the schedule indicated by your instructor.
Assignment Summary
Assignment Values and Letter Grades
The maximum score in this class is 1,000 points. The categories, which contribute to your final grade, are weighted as follows.
All
of your course requirements are graded using points. At the end of the
course, the points are converted to a letter grade using the scale in
the table below.
Final grades are based on the percentage equivalent in the chart below and are not rounded to the next higher letter grade.
| Assignment | Points | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Discussions (40 points, Weeks 1-7) | 280 | 28% |
| Criminological Research Assignment (Week 1) | 100 | 10% |
| You Decide Assignment (Week 3) | 100 | 10% |
| Property Crime Action Plan Presentation (Week 5) | 100 | 10% |
| DNA Written Assignment (Week 7) | 100 | 10% |
| Quizzes (40 points each: Weeks 2, 4, and 6) | 120 | 12% |
| Final Exam | 200 | 20% |
| Total Points | 1,000 | 100% |
Final grades are based on the percentage equivalent in the chart below and are not rounded to the next higher letter grade.
| Letter Grade | Points | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| A | 900–1,000 | 90% to 100% |
| B | 800–899 | 80% to 89.9% |
| C | 700–799 | 70% to 79.9% |
| D | 600–699 | 60% to 69.9% |
| F | 599 and below | Below 60% |
University Policies and Procedures
Please review the University Policies by accessing the
Student Handbook
and the Discussion Guidelines for
DeVry University
or
Keller University.
Any student with a disability who requires assistance should contact the Office of Student Disability Services to begin the accommodation request process. The Office of Student Disability Services can be reached by email at adaofficer@devry.edu or adaofficer@keller.edu, or by phone at (877) 496-9050, option 1.
Any student with a disability who requires assistance should contact the Office of Student Disability Services to begin the accommodation request process. The Office of Student Disability Services can be reached by email at adaofficer@devry.edu or adaofficer@keller.edu, or by phone at (877) 496-9050, option 1.
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