Department of Criminal Justice Education

CRI 314 - Course Syllabus

COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number : CRI 314
2. Course Name : Criminal Law (Book 1)
3. Course Description : This course shall deal with the study of the concepts and principles of Law
and Criminal Law, the Criminological Theories of Criminal Law, relevant
provisions of the Revised Penal Code Book 1, and related jurisprudence.
4. Pre-requisite : None
5. Co-requisite : None
6. Credit : 3.0 units lecture
7. Class/ Lab Schedule : 6 hours per week
8. Program Educational Objectives (PEO) of BSC:
Five years after graduation, the BSC graduates are expected to:
A. Demonstrate professional and Technical competence in the practice of the profession.
B. Exhibit honesty, integrity and professionalism in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
C. Professional development programs through graduate work, technical advancement, and self-directed learning.

9. Student Outcomes (SO) of BSC and their links to PEO

PEO
Upon graduation, the BSC students are expected to:
A B C
SO a* Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice;   
SO b Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino;
SO c Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multicultural teams;
SO d Act in recognition of professional, social and ethical responsibility;
SO e Preserve and promote "Filipino historical and cultural heritage"
Conduct criminological research on crimes, crime causation, victims, and offenders to include
SO f
deviant behavior;
SO g Utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the investigation and detection of crime;
SO h Apply the principles and jurisprudence of criminal law, evidence and criminal procedure;
Demonstrate competence and broad understanding in law enforcement administration, public
SO I*  
safety and criminal justice;
SO j Ensure offenders' welfare and development for their re-integration to the community.
SO k* Internalize the concepts of human rights and victim welfare.  
Note: *SO being addressed in this course

10. Course Outcomes (CO) of CRI 314 and their links to SO

SO
Upon completion of the course, the BSC students are expected to:
A I K
CO 1 Explain and define criminal law. I I I
CO 2 Discuss the different classification of felonies. I I I
CO 3 Identify elements of criminal liability I E E
CO 4 Identify and see the stages in the execution and circumstances affecting criminal liability I E E
CO 5 Familiarize on the imposition of penalties I I I

Legend:
I = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have been introduced to the SO.
E = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have enabled themselves to attain the SO.
D = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have demonstrated partly or fully the SO.

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VMV and CORE COMPETENCY PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Vision: By 2022, a globally recognized institution
providing quality, affordable and open education.
Mission: Provide a dynamic and supportive
academic environment through the highest
standard of instruction, research and extension in a
non-sectarian institution committed to
democratizing access to education.
(PEO)
A. Demonstrate professional and technical
competence in the practice of the profession.
B. Exhibit honesty, integrity, and professionalism
in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
C. Professional development programs through
graduate work, technical advancement, and self-
directed learning.

Values:
Excellence
Honesty and Integrity
Innovation
Teamwork

Core Competency:
Quality Affordable Open Education

STUDENT OUTCOMES (SO) COURSE OUTCOMES (CO)

SOa Articulate and discuss the latest developments

in the specific field of practice (PQF level 6 Explain and define criminal law.
descriptor); Discuss the different classification of
SOb Effectively communicate orally and in writing felonies.
using both English and Filipino; Identify elements of criminal liability
Soc Work effectively and independently in multi- Identify and see the stages in the
disciplinary and multicultural teams (PQF level 6
descriptor); execution and circumstances affecting
SOd Act in recognition of professional, social and criminal liability
ethical responsibility; Familiarize on the imposition of
SOe Preserve and promote "Filipino historical and penalties
cultural heritage" (based on RA 7722);
SOf Conduct criminological research on crimes,
crime causation, victims, and offenders to include
deviant behavior;
SOg Utilize criminalistics or forensic science in the
investigation and detection of crime;
SOh Apply the principles and jurisprudence of
criminal law, evidence and criminal procedure;
Soi Demonstrate competence and broad
understanding in law enforcement administration,
public safety and criminal justice;
SOj ensure offenders' welfare and development for
their re-integration to the community and
SOk Internalize the concepts of human rights and
victim welfare

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CO and Assessment Task Alignment

Assessment Task
CO Assessment Schedule Coverage
Theory-based Practice-based
Explain and define criminal law. Module 1
Multiple Choice Questions First exam
Discuss the different classification of felonies. Module 2-3

Identify elements of criminal liability Multiple Choice Questions Second Exam Module 4
Identify and see the stages in the execution and
Multiple Choice Questions Third exam Module 5
circumstances affecting criminal liability
Familiarize on the imposition of penalties Multiple Choice Questions Fourth exam Module 6-7
*Final assessment will be a comprehensive examination (from first topic to the last) in a Multiple Choice Questions

Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)

Assessment
Coverage Assessment Task Details
Schedule
First Exam Part 1: Module 1-2 Multiple Choice Questions You are expected to explain knowledge on Philippine criminal laws. This includes topics on the origin of criminal
law and its theories, characteristics, and classes.

Second Exam Part 2: Module 3-4 Multiple Choice Questions You are expected to extrapolate knowledge on circumstances which affect criminal liability. This includes topics
on the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children and the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Law.
Third Exam Part 3: Module 5-6 Multiple Choice Questions You are expected to extrapolate knowledge on persons criminally liable. This includes topics on participations of
criminal offenders and Obstruction of Justice Law.

Final Exam Part: Module 1-7 Multiple Choice Questions You are expected to familiarize the imposition of penalties and modification and extinction of criminal liability.

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11. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME

TIME
TOPICS FOR FIRST EXAMINATION TLA REQUIRED READINGS
FRAME
 ORIENTATION (UMDC - DCJE PEO, SO, Grading System)  Online Lecture Reyes, Luis B. (2017). The Revised Penal
 Origin of Criminal Law  Online Interactive Code – Criminal Law Book One. Eighteenth
 Definition Discussion Edition. Rex Printing Company Inc. Quezon
 Kinds of Laws City
 Online Assignment using
Week 1 to  Felonies LMS/Quipper Tulalian, V.(2016). The Revised Penal Code
Week 3  Constitutional Limitations
 Online Recitation Book 1 Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
 Scope of Application and Characteristics
 Online Quiz
 Generality
 Territoriality Valdueza, F.(2015). Crimes and criminals
 Prospectivity
TOPICS FOR SECOND EXAMINATION
 Felonies  Online Lecture Reyes, Luis B. (2017). The Revised Penal
 Classifications of Felonies  Online Interactive Code – Criminal Law Book One. Eighteenth
 Elements of Criminal Liability Discussion Edition. Rex Printing Company Inc. Quezon
 Stages in Execution City
Week 4 to  Online Assignment using
 Conspiracy and Proposal LMS/Quipper
Week 5 Tulalian, V.(2016). The Revised Penal Code
 Impossible Crime  Online Recitation Book 1 Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
 Online Quiz
Valdueza, F.(2015). Crimes and criminals
TOPICS FOR THIRD EXAMINATION
 Online Lecture Reyes, Luis B. (2017). The Revised Penal
 Circumstances which Affect Criminal Liability
 Online Interactive Code – Criminal Law Book One. Eighteenth
 Justifying Circumstances Edition. Rex Printing Company Inc. Quezon
 Exempting Circumstances Discussion
City
Week 6 to  Mitigating Circumstances  Online Assignment using
Week 7  Aggravating Circumstances LMS/Quipper Tulalian, V.(2016). The Revised Penal Code
 Alternative Circumstances  Online Recitation Book 1 Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
 RA 9262  Online Quiz
 RA 9344 Valdueza, F.(2015). Crimes and criminals
TOPICS FOR FINAL EXAMINATION
 Online Lecture Reyes, Luis B. (2017). The Revised Penal
 Persons Criminally Liable Code – Criminal Law Book One. Eighteenth
 Online Interactive
 Principals Edition. Rex Printing Company Inc. Quezon
Discussion
 Accomplice City
Week 8 to  Accessories  Online Assignment using
Week 9  Penalties and Modification and Extinction of Criminal LMS/Quipper Tulalian, V.(2016). The Revised Penal Code
Liability  Online Recitation Book 1 Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
 Prescription of crimes  Online Quiz
 Prescription of penalties
Valdueza, F.(2015). Crimes and criminals

12. Textbook
Reyes, Luis B. (2017). The Revised Penal Code – Criminal Law Book One. Eighteenth Edition. Rex Printing Company Inc. Quezon City

13. Suggested References

Suarez, R.(2016). Principles, comments, and cases in constitutional law, volume II
Tulalian, V.(2016). The Revised Penal Code Book 1, Wiseman’s Books Trading, Inc.
Valdueza, F.(2015). Crimes and criminals

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14. Course Evaluation

Assessment Methods Weights

LECTURE
EXAMINATIONS 60%
Exam 1 10%
15. Policies Exam 2 10% and
Exam 3 10% Guidelines
Exam 4 30%
Project CLASS PARTICIPATIONS 40% and
Grouping Assignments 5%
Quizzes 10%
1. The
Oral Recitation 10%
professor
Research 15%
TOTAL 100%
will
designate
the member of a group. Each team cannot be more than five (5) students.
2. When the professor will set the first deadline, the group are required to submit the following:
a. Submitted proposal with specific problem and solutions.
b. Acceptance Letter must be signed by the professor
3. Changing teams will not be allowed during the term unless reasons that changing is reasonable.
Social Computing
1. The whole class will create a group in Google using the email address that the institution will provide.
2. Other communications like assignments and other activity can be placed in the group/LMS/Quipper
3. All member of the group will comply with the ethical standard in using the site.
4. Any violation in using the group is subject to removal in the group and may be acted upon the university policies and guidelines.
Consultation
1. Observed e-consultation period as stipulated.
2. Observed proper time and places in dealing with the e-consultation.
3. Please be aware that upon e-consultation a prepared documents and complete requirements for e-consultation are observed.
Class Session-On-line/Virtual
1. Each student must have Quipper account for each subject which will be assigned by the quipper in-charge.
2. There must be 3 synchronous and 3 asynchronous activities for each week.
3. Students are encouraged to practice semi-military discipline; one must act as class marcher, lead the prayer and address courtesy
to subject teacher.
4. Electronics gadgets are allowed during classes but make it sure that the gadget is properly used as part of the subject matter that we
are discussing.
5. Making notes using camera are also allowed but make it sure that it is made in descent and with a manner of respect when taking
one.
6. Making excuses during classes will be granted upon reasonable explanation is accepted and not with regards to affecting the class.
7. Missing some lecture or discussion in the class would not mean to a special treatment. Coping-up with the said topic is one
responsibly of the student by asking classmates of their notes.
8. Missing activity is also being the responsibility of the student to ask the problem to classmate and deadline will not being moved in
favor of you.
9. In case of uncontrolled circumstances (illness, accident, etc.), a formal communication must be provided for documentation and
basis for the professor to deliberate.
10. Utilize modern technologies for academic use, Saturdays are scheduled for LMS use.

Attendance
1. Attendance is to be CHECKED at all times.
2. Policies about attendance with regards to DROP are mandated in the student handbook therefore following such policies are also
observed in the entire duration of the class.
3. Late is also being recorded and the policies about this matter is also following the student handbook.

Submission and Requirements Using LMS/Quipper/Modules

1. Submission of requirements will be observed deadline.
2. A deadline will be set by the professor to ensure submission would be on time.
3. A requirement that will not meet the deadline will not be accepted anymore but when a valid reason will be presented a
consideration may occur.
4. Online submission is also observing a deadline policy. When in case an online submission will not be carried out to the merit of the
student please secure your sent item on your email for proof of passing it online.
5. Base – 15 grading policies should be observed. Students who obtained failing scores in major exams are recommended to attend
the tutorial class.
Communications

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1. Communication is very important in learning process of each in everyone, thought that are to be settled must be acted upon opening
such thought. All negative and positive thought are open for improvement and may help to encourage each in everyone to be
productive.
2. Friendship may occur during outside the campus but in still the professor-student relationship inside the campus most especially
inside the classroom

Prepared by: Reviewed by:

9Sgd) ATTY. CLARISSE JOY ARNAEZ-LLABAN (Sgd) HIPOLITO B. QUILLIP, JR., Ph.D.
Criminology Faculty Department Chair - DCJE

References Reviewed by:

(Sgd) JENNIFER L. RAMOS, RL

OIC, Chief Librarian

Recommending Approval: Approved by:

(Sgd) EDUARD L. PULVERA, MSIS (Sgd) PEDRITO M. CASTILLO II, Ed. D.

Dean, UM Digos College VP- Institute of Pedagogical Advancement and Competitiveness

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