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ehaviour provided by psychological research and study, in
instances of those phenomena presented, to promote
appropriate and effective interactions in the course of their
work, including appropriate referral of people in crisis.
TH268 Criminology
3 hours per week for 18 weeks Hawthorn Assessment:
class test, short answer questions, class presentation
A subject in the Diploma of Social Science (Justice).
Objectives and content
To introduce students to the study of crime, substantive
areas of offending behaviour, and the implications of
criminological knowledge for policy formulation and crime
prevention.
TH269 Australian Criminal Justice System
3 hours per week for 18 weeks Hawthorn Assessment:
case studies, class/individual project
A subject in the Diploma of Social Science (Justice).
Objectives and content
The purpose of this module is to provide students with the
knowledge and understanding of the relevant criminal
justice functions of law enforcement systems, sentencing,
correctional and court systems, within the framework of
the Australian social environment. Students should also be
familiar with recent changes in legislation, government
policy interpretation and implementation and the
introduction of privatisation within the fields of the
constituent subject content.
TH270 Justice Delivery
3 hours per week for 18 weeks Hawthorn Assessment:
written report, class presentation, field visit
A subject in the Diploma of Social Science oustice).
Obidves - , and content
The purpose of this module is to develop an understanding
of the role, function and organisation of the departments
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An emphasis will be placed on current issues relevant to
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,- TH271 Cultural Diversity in Australia
-.- 3 hours per week for 18 weeks Hawthorn Assessment:
assignment, report, short answer questions
A subject in the Diploma of Social Science (Justice)
Obiectives and content
~n'com~letion of this module students will have gained a
better awareness and understanding of the origins and
nature of Australia's multicultural society. By providing
accurate information as well as opportunities for students
to make contact with aboriginal and migrant individuals
and services it seeks to dispel popular myths and develop
attitudinal change and empathy in the participants.
TH272 Social Research and Analysis
3 hoursper week for 18 weeks Hawthorn Assessment:
class test, short answer questions, written assignment
A subject in the Diploma of Social Science (Justice).
Obj ves and content
On com~letion of this module students will be familiar
with concepts in quantitative and qualitative social
research, be able to carry out basic research and understand
the role of research in community justice.
TH273 Occupational Health and Safety
20 hours total Hawthorn Assessment: oral and written
A subject in the Diploma of Social Science (Justice).
Objectives and content
The module is intended to train participants to ensure that
their ecti responsibilities under health and safety legislation,
codes of practice, and Australian and other standards are
met. It aims to equip participants with the skills,
knowledge, and attitudes required to identify health and
safety hazards encountered in the workplace and to employ
appropriate methods of control, and to promote the
provision of a safe and healthy workplace environment.
TH303 Images of Australia Through Film and
Television
Hawthorn
A subject in the Tertiary Entry Program.
Objectives and content
The first part of the course introduces students to some of
the key terms and concepts involved in understanding films
as commentaries. Students will be required to complete an
initial exercise designed to focus on such interpretative
ideas. The second part of the course is concerned with
analysis of a range of issues derived from an examination of
Australian contexts as they are revealed, interpreted and
structured through selected Australian films.
TH306 Research Skills
Hawthorn
A subject in the Tertiary Entry Program.
Objectives and content
The first part of the course introduces students to some of
the key terms involved in understanding arguments and
interpretation and evaluation of research data and
methodology. Students will be required to complete a series
of exercises designed to focus on such structures. The
second part of the course is concerned with students
proposing and deciding on their own research studies
within an Australian context and incorporating selected
research techniques to develop a research report, reflecting
a carefully considered and implemented research strategy.
Com~uter literacv is seen as an im~ortant skill and will be
taught at various stages throughout the course. Selected
assessment items will be required to be presented utilising
computer skills, in particular word processing.