Course Discipline and - Gavilan College



GAVILAN cOLLEGE

cURRICULUM dEVELOPMENT

|form C |

|ModifY or InACTIVATE existing course |

|Date: | 02/01/10 |Prepared & Submitted by: |Sherrean Carr |

|Department: |CTE |Course Discipline and Number: |JLE 105 Correctional Officer Basic Academy |

|1. |What is the effective term? |

| |Fall Spring Summer Academic Year:.2010 |

|2. | Inactivate Course: |

| |Reason for inactivation: |

| |      |

|3. | Modification of the following: (Attach existing course outline, note changes as appropriate. Update Prerequisite/Advisory Form, if |

| |appropriate ) |

| Number | Hours | Prerequisite/Advisory | Discipline |

| Title | Units | Description | Content |

| Grading | GE Applicability | Repeatability | Transferability |

| General Update | Reinstate Course | Cross list course with       |

| Other (please describe.)       |

| |FROM: | JLE 105 |Corrections Officer Basic |4 | | |

| | |Discipline & Number |Course Title |Units |Lec |Lab |

| | | | | |Hours per |Hours per |

| | | | | |week |week |

| |TO: |JLE 105 |Correctional Officer Basic Academy |4-12 |6.28-19.2 |2.85-8.22 |

| | |Discipline & Number |Course Title |Units |Lec |Lab |

| | | | | |Hours per |Hours per |

| | | | | |week |week |

|4. |Reason for modification: |

| |California Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) has updated requirements. |

|5. |Will this course be offered via distance education? Yes No |

| |If yes, fill out Form D – Distance Education form. |

|6. |Routing/Recommendation for Approval |

| | |Signatures | | |Approval |

| |Dept. Approval (Chair Sign) | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Area Dean | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Curriculum Committee Chair | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |VP of Instruction | |Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Superintendent/President For District | | | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |Board | | | | | |

| |CCC Chancellor’s Office | | Date | |Yes ___ |No ___ |

| |(if applicable) | | | | | |

GAVILAN COLLEGE

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

|COURSE OUTLINE | |

|DISCIPLINE: |JLE 105 |DEPARTMENT: | CTE |

| |(Discipline and Number) | | |

|COURSE TITLE: |Correctional Officer Basic Academy |

(Maximum of 60 spaces)

|ABBREVIATED TITLE: | |

(Maximum of 30 spaces)

|SEMESTER UNITS: .5-1 |LEC HOURS PER WEEK: 4-20 |LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 4.20 |

|Classification: |Non Credit Category: |Occupational Code (SAM): |

|TOP Code: 2105.50 |LEH Factor:       |FTE Load:       |

CATALOG DESCRIPTION:

This 160-480 hour variable course is designed to meet the California Corrections Standard Authority (CSA) requirements for entry-level training of Correctional Officers for adult institutions. The course includes lecture and practical application skills and knowledge including roles and responsibilities of the adult corrections officer, Title 15, Title 24, professionalism and ethics, and proper techniques to maintain the safety and security of inmates.

COURSE REQUISITES:

List all prerequisites separated by AND/OR, as needed. Also fill out and submit the Prerequisite/Advisory form.

No Change

Replaces existing Advisory/Prerequisite

In addition to existing Advisory/Prerequisite

Prerequisite:      

Co-requisite:      

Advisory:      

GRADING SYSTEM:

Select only one: No Change

Standard Letter grade

Pass/ No Pass

Option of a standard letter grade or pass/no pass

Non Credit

REPEATABLE FOR CREDIT:

(Note: Course Outline must include additional skills that will be acquired by repeating this course.)

Credit Course Yes No If yes, how many times? 1 2 3

Non Credit Course Yes No If yes, how many times? 1 2 3 Unlimited

(Noncredit only)

STAND ALONE: Yes (Course is NOT included in a degree or certificate program)

No (Course is included in a degree or certificate program)

METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:

Lecture, discussion and demonstration will serve as the medium of instruction. Individual guidance will be provided as required.

RECOMMENDED OR REQUIRED TEXT/S:

(The following information must be provided: Author, Title, Publisher, Year of Publication, Reading level and Reading level verification)

Recommended Required N/A

|Author: |Title: |Publisher: |Year of Publication:       |

|      |      |      | |

|ISBN: (if available) |Reading level of text:       grade |Verified by: |

|      | |      |

|Other textbooks or materials to be purchased by the student: |

|     , or other appropriate college level text. |

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Complete this section in a manner that demonstrates student’s use of critical thinking and reasoning skills. These include the ability to formulate and analyze problems and to employ rational processes to achieve increased understanding. Reference Bloom's Taxonomy of action verbs.

2. List the Type of Measures that will be used to measure the student learning outcomes, such as written exam, oral exam, oral report, role playing, project, performance, demonstration, etc

3. Identify which Institutional Learning Outcomes (ILO) apply to this course. List them, by number, in order of emphasis. For example: "2, 1" would indicate Cognition and Communication.

(1) Communication, (2) Cognition, (3) Information Competency, (4) Social Interaction, (5) Aesthetic Responsiveness, (6) Personal Development & Responsibility, (7) Content Specific.

4. For GE courses, enter the GE Learning Outcomes for this course. For example "A1, A2". GE Learning Outcomes are listed below.

|1) Student Learning Outcomes |2) Measure |3) Institutional |4) GE Learning Outcome |

| | |Learning Outcome | |

|Identify and demonstrate ethical standards and acceptable behavior required |Measure: Writtne |ILO: 1, 2, 4 |GE-LO:       |

|for correctional officers. |exercise, role playing | | |

|Describe the appropriate procedure for processing inmates within the jail |Measure: written |ILO: 1, 2, 4 |GE-LO:       |

|including, booking, receiving and releasing |assignment, test | | |

|Recognize the importance of proper security precautions and procedures for |Measure: Performance, exam|ILO: 2, 6 |GE-LO:       |

|maintaining security in a correctional institution | | | |

|Identify the legal and ethical issues associated with violating statues |Measure: written exam, |ILO: 2,3, 7 |GE-LO:       |

|concerning privileged communications, including those for the officer, the |class exercise | | |

|department, the inmate and the community. | | | |

|Discuss the priorities and responsibilities of a correction officer during |Measure: written exam, |ILO: 1, 2, 3 |GE-LO:       |

|an emergency situation |class discussion | | |

|Identify proper principles for appearing in court and the consequences of |Measure: class discussion,|ILO: 2, 3,1 |GE-LO:       |

|poor performance, including testimony documentation and preparation. |demonstration | | |

|Demonstrate proper first responder CPR and First Aid procedures. |Measure: Performance test |ILO: 2, 3, 7 |GE-LO:       |

|Define and discuss Title 15 relative to the medical and psychological |Measure: class discussion,|ILO: 3,2,7 |GE-LO:       |

|treatment of prisoners and the potential liability for non-compliance | | | |

|Recognize the proper protocol and safety procedures for transporting an |Measure: written exam, |ILO: 3, 2. 7 |GE-LO:       |

|inmate outside of the institution |class exercisee | | |

|Recognize and apply the principles of effective communication, both orally |Measure: role play |ILO: 2,3,4 |GE-LO:       |

|and in writing |exercises, exam, written | | |

| |assignment | | |

GENERAL EDUCATION LEARNING OUTCOMES

AREA A Communications in the English Language

After completing courses in Area A, students will be able to do the following:

1. Receive, analyze, and effectively respond to verbal communication.

2. Formulate, organize and logically present verbal information.

3. Write clear and effective prose using forms, methods, modes and conventions of English grammar that best achieve the writing’s purpose.

4. Advocate effectively for a position using persuasive strategies, argumentative support, and logical reasoning.

5. Employ the methods of research to find information, analyze its content, and appropriately incorporate it into written work.

6. Read college course texts and summarize the information presented.

7. Analyze the ideas presented in college course materials and be able to discuss them or present them in writing.

8. Communicate conclusions based on sound inferences drawn from unambiguous statements of knowledge and belief.

9. Explain and apply elementary inductive and deductive processes, describe formal and informal fallacies of language and thought, and compare effectively matters of fact and issues of judgment and opinion.

AREA B Physical Universe and its Life Forms

After completing courses in Area B, students will be able to do the following:

1. Explain concepts and theories related to physical and biological phenomena.

2. Identify structures of selected living organisms and relate structure to biological function.

3. Recognize and utilize appropriate mathematical techniques to solve both abstract and practical problems.

4. Utilize safe and effectives laboratory techniques to investigate scientific problems.

5. Discuss the use and limitations of the scientific process in the solution of problems.

6. Make critical judgments about the validity of scientific evidence and the applicability of scientific theories.

7. Utilize appropriate technology for scientific and mathematical investigations and recognize the advantages and disadvantages of that technology.

8. Work collaboratively with others on labs, projects, and presentations.

9. Describe the influence of scientific knowledge on the development of world’s civilizations as recorded in the past as well as in present times.

AREA C Arts, Foreign Language, Literature and Philosophy

After completing courses in Area C, students will be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the language and content of one or more artistic forms: visual arts, music, theater, film/television, writing, digital arts.

2. Analyze an artistic work on both its emotional and intellectual levels.

3. Demonstrate awareness of the thinking, practices and unique perspectives offered by a culture or cultures other than one’s own.

4. Recognize the universality of the human experience in its various manifestations across cultures.

5. Express objective and subjective responses to experiences and describe the integrity of emotional and intellectual response.

6. Analyze and explain the interrelationship between self, the creative arts, and the humanities, and be exposed to both non-Western and Western cultures.

7. Contextually describe the contributions and perspectives of women and of ethnic and other minorities.

AREA D Social, Political, and Economic Institutions

After completing courses in Area D, students will be able to do the following:

1. Identify and analyze key concepts and theories about human and/or societal development.

2. Critique generalizations and popular opinion about human behavior and society, distinguishing opinion and values from scientific observation and study.

3. Demonstrate an understanding of the use of research and scientific methodologies in the study of human behavior and societal change.

4. Analyze different cultures and their influence on human development or society, including how issues relate to race, class and gender.

5. Describe and analyze cultural and social organizations, including similarities and differences between various societies.

AREA E Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development

After completing courses in Area E, students will be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate an awareness of the importance of personal development.

2. Examine the integration of one’s self as a psychological, social, and physiological being.

3. Analyze human behavior, perception, and physiology and their interrelationships including sexuality, nutrition, health, stress, the social and physical environment, and the implications of death and dying.

AREA F Cultural Diversity

After completing courses in Area F, students will be able to do the following:

1. Connect knowledge of self and society to larger cultural contexts.

2. Articulate the differences and similarities between and within cultures.

Content, Student Performance Objectives, and *Out-of-Class Assignments:

|HOURS |*e.g., essays, library research, problems, projects required outside of class on a 2 to 1 basis for Lecture units granted. |

|4-12 Hours |Students will 1. List roles and responsibilities of the adult correction officer |

| | |

| |I. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADULT CORRECTIONS OFFICER |

| | |

| |A. Identify the major roles and responsibilities of the corrections officer in relation to the following constituencies: |

| |1. State of California |

| |2. Judicial system |

| |3. Community |

| |4. Inmates |

| |5. Other corrections personnel, other agencies in the criminal justice system |

| | |

| |B. Identify the roles and relationships of the following components in the adult criminal justice system: |

| |1. Legislature |

| |2. Court systems (e.g., superior, municipal, appellate) |

| |3. Police department/sheriff's department |

| |4. Board of Corrections, Department of Corrections |

|8-24 Hours | Students will identify the major current trends in the adult criminal justice system during a written report. |

| | |

| |II. ADULT CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM AND PROCESS |

| | |

| |A. Discuss the major current trends in the adult criminal justice in the United States and in the State of California (e.g., |

| |community policing, restorative justice, diversionary programs). |

| | |

| |B. Distinguish the difference between a felony, a misdemeanor, an infraction and a wobbler. |

| | |

| |C. Explain the adult criminal justice process from arrest to disposition. |

|4-12 Hours |Students will identify primary legal references and other sources that impact the work of the corrections officer including the|

| |importance of Title 15 (Minimum Jail Standard) |

| | |

| |III. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS, CIVIL RIGHTS, AND CASE LAW |

| |A. Identify the reasons for the importance of the Minimum Jail Standards (Title 15) to the work of the corrections officer. |

| | |

| |B. Identify legal issues inherent in the handling of a crime that has been committed inside a detention facility, and list the |

| |applicable penal code sections and the legal rights of any involved inmates. |

|8-24 Hours | Students will identify the sources of mandates on confidentiality during class assignments. |

| | |

| |IV. LEGAL ISSUES REGARDING CONFIDENTIALITY AND ACCESSING RECORDS |

| | |

| |A. Identify the sources of mandates on confidentiality |

| |B. Identify the statewide information systems directly accessible to California law enforcement agencies, including CLETS, |

| |CJIS, NLETS and NCIC and procedures for making inquiries. |

|4-24 Hours |Students will identify and demonstrate ethical standards and acceptable behavior required for correctional officers. |

| | |

| |V. PROFESSIONALISM AND ETHICS AND THE CORRECTIONS OFFICER |

| | |

| |A. Define ethics. |

| |1. Define acceptable and unacceptable behavior. |

| | |

| |B. Explain why corrections officers, on and off duty, should exemplify the highest ethical and moral standards. |

| | |

| |C. Review and discuss a departmental code of ethics. |

|8-16 Hours |Students will define the “chain of custody” and the proper procedure for collecting and securing evidence. |

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| |VI. IDENTIFYING CONTRABAND |

| | |

| |A. Generate a definition of contraband per your department policy and procedure. |

| | |

| |B. State why each major type of contraband represents a potential hazard in a correctional facility. |

| | |

| |C. Common hiding places for contraband |

| | |

| | |

| |VII. HANDLING CONTRABAND |

| | |

| |A. Describe the process for handling various types of contraband (e.g., drugs, weapons), using a sample departmental policy |

| |manual for reference. |

| | |

| |B. Define "Chain of Custody." |

|8-16 Hours |Students will define the process for collecting evidence, storing evidence. |

| | |

| |VIII. EVIDENCE |

| | |

| |A. Identify and define the following terms: |

| |1. Burden of proof |

| |2. Contraband |

| |3. Evidence |

| |4. Reasonable cause searches |

| |5. Proof |

| |6. Spontaneous statements |

| | |

| |B. Define the process for collecting evidence, storing evidence etc. |

|12-24 Hours |Students will describe the types of classification of inmates in a facility. |

| | |

| |IX. INMATE CLASSIFICATION |

| |A. Factors that would affect classification and housing include: |

| |1. Medical status |

| |2. Mental health status |

| |3. Gender |

| |4. Type of violation |

| |5. Behavior history |

| |6. Gang affiliation |

| |7. Violent offender |

| |8. Sexual orientation |

| |9. Hearing/speech impairment |

| |10. Non-English speaking |

| |11. Disabilities |

| |B. Classification Matrix |

|16-24 Hours |Students will explain the dynamics and structure of gang culture within the institutional environment. |

| | |

| |X. GANGS AND SUBCULTURES IN INSTITUTIONS |

| | |

| |A. History and scope of criminal gangs in California. |

| |1. Current trends and community responses to gangs in California. |

| | |

| |B. Dynamics and structure of gang culture. |

| | |

| |C. Major types of gangs found in a local correctional facility. |

| |1. Identify those signs, symbols, emblems and/or graffiti that indicate gang affiliation or sympathies. |

| |2. Typical in-custody gang activity. |

| |3. The relationship of members of local street gangs to gangs in local and state operated facilities. |

|8-16 Hours |Students will recognize and apply the principles of effective communication, both orally and in writing. |

| | |

| |XI. INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS |

| | |

| |A. Reasons for effective communications both verbal and non-verbal in a jail setting. |

| | |

| |XII. COMMUNICATIONS WITH CO-WORKERS |

| | |

| |A. Demonstrate the following principles for calling and reporting to fellow officers. For example: |

| |1. Collect and provide thorough, clear, and accurate information |

| |2. Do not exaggerate, panic, or underemphasize |

| |3. Use proper communication system |

| | |

| |XIII. RESPONDING TO TELEPHONE CALLS |

| | |

| |A. Identify privacy implications for answering questions about inmates basic information that can be disclosed. |

| | |

|16-24 Hours |Students will demonstrate proper techniques for management of assaultive behavior and restraining inmates within a correctional|

| |institution |

| | |

| |XIV. USE OF FORCE |

| | |

| |A. Discuss reasonable force as stated by law |

| | |

| |B. Reasonable force used to control inmate, affect an arrest or prevent an escape. |

| | |

| |XV. PRINCIPLES OF USE OF RESTRAINTS |

| | |

| |1. Identify laws and principles for using handcuffs, leg shackles, waist chains on male and female inmates |

| | |

| |XVI. DEFENSIVE TACTICS |

| | |

| |A. Control Holds |

| |1. joint lock control |

| | |

| |B. Take Down techniques |

| |1. Correct positioning of two person configuration |

| |2. Controlling the subject’s legs above the knee |

| | |

| |C. Ground control techniques |

| |1. Weapon/equipment retention (firearm, baton, OC, etc.) |

| |2. Control of inmate |

| |3. Escape/reversal |

| | |

| |XVII. HANDCUFFING AND SEARCHING A HANDCUFFED INMATE |

| | |

| |A. Proper manipulation of handcuffs. |

| | |

| |B. Handcuffing a compliant, non-threatening subject incorporating the principles in the proper manipulation of handcuffs |

| | |

| |C. Assisting a person who is prone to his/her feet |

| |1. Never compromise the person’s ability to breathe, sit person up as soon as they are secured |

| | |

| |XVIII. MECHANICAL RESTRAINTS AND SAFETY CELL |

| | |

| |A. Use of mechanical restraints and/or restraint devices commonly used in a correctional facility. |

| | |

| |B. Explain the principles, conditions and limitations under which restraint devices may be used pursuant to Title 15, Section |

| |1058 |

| | |

| |C. Explain the principles, conditions and limitations under which safety cells may be used pursuant to Title 15, Section 1055, |

| |including: |

| |1. Purpose of safety cell use |

| |2. Facility manager approval |

| |3. Provision of nutrition and fluids |

| |4. Clothing requirements |

| |5. Department Policy |

| | |

| |XIX. CELL EXTRACTIONS |

| | |

| |A. Circumstances when cell extraction is necessary. |

| | |

| |B. Identify potential hazards e.g., blood borne pathogens, chemical agents, heat exhaustion, excrement, and injuries. |

| | |

|16-24 Hours |Students will describe the appropriate procedure for processing inmates within the jail including, booking, receiving and |

| |releasing. |

| | |

| |XX. RECEIVING INMATES |

| | |

| |A. Identify the correct procedure for receiving inmates per Title 15 |

| | |

| |XXI. BOOKING INMATES |

| | |

| |A. Types of legal detainers. |

| |1. Steps for the booking procedure, forms, inmate information etc. |

| | |

| |B. Inmate orientation |

| |C. Minimum type of clothing and bedding required by Title 15 Standards |

| | |

| |XXII. INMATE RELEASE |

| | |

| |A. Procedure for verifying the identity of an inmate prior to release. |

| |B. Inmate property release |

| |C. Identify the purpose of different types of bail and bail release |

| |D. Processing release on own recognizance |

| |E. In custody releases |

| |F. Time served releases |

|16-48 Hours |Students will recognize the importance of proper supervision of inmates within the correctional institution. |

| | |

| |XXIII. MAINTAING SECURITY |

| | |

| |A. Basic Precautions |

| |1. Sallyport |

| |2. Key Control |

| |B. Facility Searches |

| |1. Tools for searches, i.e. gloves, mirrors etc. |

| |2. Contraband |

| |3. Damage to building |

| |4. Potential hiding places i.e. shower rods, drains, vents, Toothpaste, books etc. |

| | |

| |XXIV. SECURITY ROUNDS |

| | |

| |A. Conduct safety checks of inmates through direct visual observation per Title 15 Section 1027 |

| | |

| |XXV. INMATE COUNT |

| |A. Inmate count procedures for numerical, body and photo counts |

| | |

| |B. Completing effective inmate counts |

| |1. Ascertain that each person is alive |

| |2. Check physical and psychological condition |

| |3. Insist that all movement stops during the count |

| |4. Verify the count during each shift |

|8-40 Hours |Students will maintain safety and security while investigating disturbances during role play exercises. |

| | |

| |I. Signs of potential disturbances |

| |XXVI. CONDUCTING SEARCHES OF INMATES |

| | |

| |A. Legal principles inherent in conducting clothed (pat-down) and unclothed (strip) searches. |

| | |

| |B. Legal procedure of searching persons of the opposite sex. |

| | |

| |XXVII. REPORT WRITING AND RECORD KEEPING |

| | |

| |A. Organization and development of the report |

| |1. Inclusion of relevant information |

| |2. Use of the active person |

| |3. Use of the first person |

| |4. Proper use of grammar, punctuation, spelling and word choice |

| | |

| |B. Identify the four major types of reports used in local corrections: |

| |1. Incident |

| |2. Disciplinary |

| |3. Crime |

| |4. Use of force |

| | |

| |C. Techniques for effective interviewing of inmates |

| | |

| | |

| |XXVIII. SUPERVISING INMATES |

| | |

| |A. Knowledge of classification system and housing layout is essential to escorting inmates within the facility. |

| | |

| |B. Facility procedure for inmate movement |

| | |

| |C. Safety and security when escorting inmates to and from locations within the facility |

| | |

| |D. Inmate Feeding |

| | |

| |1. Steps for maintaining control when inmates are released for meals. |

| |2. Responsibilities of corrections officers in supervising the feeding of inmates in their cells |

| | |

| |E. Principles relating to the cleanliness of cells using Title 15 for reference |

| |1. Responsibilities of corrections officers in supervising the cleaning of cells or dorms by inmates. |

| | |

| |F. Inmate recreation |

| |1. Title 15 directives and case law relevant to inmate exercise, recreation, fresh air, and natural light exposure. |

| | |

| |G. Inmate telephone use |

| |1. Title 15 mandates and other state laws that apply to inmate phone privileges. |

| | |

| |H. Maintaining safety and security while investigating disturbances. |

| | |

| |I. Signs of potential disturbances |

|8-40 Hours |Students will recognize indicators of inmate physical problems that may require medical attention. |

| | |

| |XXIX. PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE |

| |A. Identify the legal issues and Title 15 issues concerning the discipline of inmates. |

| | |

| |B. Define the steps of progressive discipline. |

| | |

| |C. Define the rules and concepts to be considered in using progressive discipline. |

| | |

| |XXX. INMATE GRIEVANCES |

| |A. Identify the legal issues and Title 15 issues concerning inmate grievances. |

| | |

| |B. Identify the roles and steps in the appeals process of inmate "grievance procedures." |

| | |

| |XXXI. MANIPULATION OF STAFF BY INMATES |

| |A. Identify the traits in which the inmates profile staff members for manipulation. |

| | |

| |XXXII. DISTRIBUTION OF SUPPLIES AND COMMISSARY |

| |XXXIII. |

| | |

| |A. Identify Title 15 mandates and other code sections relevant to the distribution of supplies, clothing, and bedding. |

| | |

| |B. Identify rules governing the distribution of commissary goods |

| | |

| |XXXIII. MONITORING PSYCHOLGICAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH |

| | |

| |A. Identify Title 15 mandates regarding the medical and psychological treatment of prisoners, and potential liability for |

| |noncompliance. |

| | |

| |B. Potential signs of mental health issues in inmates |

| | |

| |C. Discuss potential liabilities resulting from a suicide. |

| | |

| |D. Signs and symptoms of inmates who pose suicide risk. |

| | |

| |E. Identify officers’ responsibilities when dealing with suicide risk inmates. |

| | |

| |F. Identifying suicide risk factors - High risk suicide periods |

| | |

| |G. Potential indicators of substance abuse among inmates |

| | |

| |H. Potential indicators of physical problems requiring medical attention. |

| | |

| |I. The role of the corrections officer when assisting medical staff. |

| | |

| | |

| |XXXIV. MANAGEMENT OF INMATE WORKERS |

| | |

| |A. Criteria for selection of inmate workers |

| | |

| |B. Requirements and restrictions related to specific duty assignments (e.g., no one with an infectious disease should work in |

| |the kitchen). |

|4-16 Hours |Students will list the appropriate steps to be taken in admitting visitors into the facility during role playing exercises. |

| | |

| |XXXV. SCREENING AND MNITORING OF VISITORS |

| | |

| |A. Rights and visitation privileges of attorneys and other visitors using appropriate code sections, minimum jail standards, |

| |and case law for reference. |

| | |

| |B. Appropriate steps to be taken in admitting visitors, including: |

| |1. Screen and check visitation slips |

| |2. Check ID |

| |3. Determine if person is eligible to visit (age, criminal history, etc.) |

| |4. Search if necessary |

| | |

| |C. Security takes priority over any visitation. |

| | |

| | |

| |XXXVI. SCREENING AND DISTRIBUTION ON MAIL |

| | |

| |A. Title 15 mandates and postal regulations relevant to the opening and reading of legal and non-legal mail. |

| |1. Types of information or communications that should not be transmitted to inmates and why each is inappropriate |

| | |

| |B. Proper mail distribution: |

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| |XXXVII. TRANSPORTING OUTSIDE OF FACILITY |

| | |

| |A. Transportation procedure to follow when preparing to transport an inmate |

| |1. Determine reason/authority for transport |

| |2. Determine appropriateness of transport given departmental policy |

| |3. Determine appropriate level of security |

| |4. Verify identity of inmate |

| |5. Search inmate |

| |6. Apply restraints as appropriate |

| |7. Reasons that inmates should not have any outside contact during transport. |

|16-88 Hours |Students will demonstrate the use of self-contained breathing apparatus during class exercises. |

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| |XXXVIII. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES |

| | |

| |A. Emergency situations faced in a correctional facility |

| |1. Natural disasters |

| |2. Inmate disturbances (riots, work stoppages, etc.) |

| |3. Technological failures (power outages, etc.) |

| | |

| |B. Elements of inspecting for and maintaining fire safety in a correctional facility |

| |C. Use of fire extinguishing equipment |

| |D. Use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) |

| | |

| | |

| |XXXIX. TESTIFYING IN COURT |

| | |

| |A. Common reasons why a corrections officer would be required to testify in court. |

| |B. Principles for appearing in court |

| |C. Steps to be taken the actual day of the court appearance |

| | |

| |XL. PHYSICAL TASKS |

| | |

| |A. Timed 1.5 – 3 mile run or walk |

| | |

| |B. Complete a 50-yard sprint within 20 seconds. |

| | |

| |C. Ability to drag a 165 lb. weight (dummy) for a distance of 20 feet or more over a carpeted or flat, mowed grass surface |

| |within 30 seconds. |

| | |

| |D. Ability to walk a total distance of 75 feet (three 25-foot laps) within 30 seconds wearing a 30 pound air pack/backpack. |

| | |

| |E. On a flat course starting 15 yards back from a flight of stairs or bleacher steps, walk or jog the 15 yards, climb up 10 |

| |steps, then turn, climb back down the steps, and walk briskly or jog back to the starting point within 30 seconds. |

| | |

| |XLI. CERTIFICATIONS |

| | |

| |A. First Responder CPR, AED and for Adults, Infant and Child |

| |B. First Aid Adult, Infant and Child |

| |C. Bloodborne Pathogens |

| | |

| |XLII. Physical Conditioning |

| | |

METHODS OF EVALUATION:

|CATEGORY 1 - The types of writing assignments required: |

|Percent range of total grade: 20 % to 25 % |

| Written Homework |

| Reading Reports |

| Lab Reports |

| Essay Exams |

| Term or Other Papers |

| Other:       |

|If this is a degree applicable course, but substantial writing assignments are not appropriate, indicate reason: |

| Course is primarily computational |

| Course primarily involves skill demonstration or problem solving |

|CATEGORY 2 -The problem-solving assignments required: |

|Percent range of total grade: 15 % to 25 % |

| Homework Problems |

| Field Work |

| Lab Reports |

| Quizzes |

| Exams |

| Other:       |

|CATEGORY 3 -The types of skill demonstrations required: |

|Percent range of total grade: 25 % to 35 % |

| Class Performance/s |

| Field Work |

| Performance Exams |

|CATEGORY 4 - The types of objective examinations used in the course: |

|Percent range of total grade: 15 % to 25 % |

| Multiple Choice |

| True/False |

| Matching Items |

| Completion |

| Other:       |

|CATEGORY 5 - Any other methods of evaluation: |

|Percent range of total grade:       % to       % |

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