Spring 2005

Dear Introduction to Corrections Online Student,

Welcome to Introduction to Corrections on the Web.  I hope you  find this course interesting and use this as an opportunity to acquire another skill for your portfolio.  Because of the nature of this course, it is important that you respect and honor your views as well as the views of your peers.  

Read this letter carefully.

Course Materials

You will be able to access course materials beginning January 24, 2005
The URL for this course is:  http://pgcconline.blackboard.com
You will need a Username and Password to "Log In."

This course runs from January 24, 2005 - May 16, 2005

You should begin by reading the Start Here button on Blackboard, and the Syllabus

Username:
Your first initial, first 3 letters of your last name, and the 2-digit month and day of your birth date.
For example, if your name were Jane Lawrence, born on January 31, your username would be:     jlaw0131

Password:   Your Social Security number (no spaces and no hyphens)

For example, if your social security number is 123-45-6789, then your initial
password is 123456789
 
Note: You can change your password after you logon. Click on "Personal Information" in the Tools frame and then click on "Change Password."

    E-Mail Policy

    Please use the following guidelines when sending e-mail to me.

      1.  In the subject area, enter COS151 and clearly identify the topic of your e-mail

       2. I will check my e-mail every business day (Monday through Friday).

       3. Homework assignments will be returned within ten days

Please send me an e-mail at tduhart@pgcc.edu from the account that you will use for this course.  I will create an e-mail list for the class.

Have a great semester,

Prof. Tangula D. Duhart, Professor of Criminal Justice
Prince George's Community College