| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
101 |
INTRODUCTION TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 101 covers the history and philosophy of administration of justice in America, a summary of the system, identification of the various subsystems, role expectations, and their interrelationships, theories of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation, ethics, education, and training for professionalism in the system. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 151, or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID AJ 110) |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
103 |
CONCEPTS OF CRIMINAL LAW |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 103 is a study of the legal definition of crime and defenses; purposes and functions of the substantive criminal law; historical foundations; the limits of the criminal law; focus upon the case study approach. This course utilizes case law and case studies to introduce students to criminal law. The completion of this course offers a foundation upon which upper-division criminal justice course will build. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: ADMJ 101 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID AJ 120) |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
107 |
COMMUNITY RELATIONS |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 107 focuses on the in-depth exploration of the roles of administration of justice practitioners and their agencies. Through interaction and study, the student becomes aware of the interrelationships and role expectations among the various agencies and the public. Principal emphasis is placed upon the professional image of the system of administration of justice and the development of positive relationships between members of the system and the public. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
110 |
PRINCIPLES & PROCEDURES OF THE JUSTICE SYSTEM |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 110 presents an in-depth study of the role and responsibilities of each segment within the administration of justice system: Law enforcement, judicial, corrections. Students are exposed to each sub-system procedure from initial entry to final disposition and the relationship each segment maintains with its system members. Special emphasis is on the judicial processes. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
116 |
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 116 focuses on the fundamentals of investigation, including crime scene search and recording, collection and preservation of physical evidence, scientific aids, modus operandi, sources of information, interviews and interrogation, follow-up and case preparation, mechanical truth devices, truth serums, and crime laboratories. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended preparation: ADMJ 101 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU. (C-ID AJ 140 |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
117 |
CRISIS INTERVENTION |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 117 is designed to provide those skills necessary to deal with interpersonal conflict. The course addresses some of the interpersonal problems creating stress, conflict and anger and reviews some of the basic psychological techniques used in dealing with interpersonal problems. Specifically, the course familiarizes the student with intervention techniques in suicide attempts, death/ injury notifications, domestic situations, disputes between landlord and tenants and intervention techniques with crime victims. The course covers recommended techniques in dealing with job related stress. A review of theoretical concepts and practical role playing situations provides the framework for the course. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
118 |
JUVENILE JUSTICE |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 118 reviews the organization, functions, and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, the processing and detention of juveniles, juvenile case disposition, juvenile statutes and court procedures. There are discussions on selected delinquency theories and a review of current correctional methods utilized in the treatment and control of juveniles impacted by the justice system in America. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
120 |
LEGAL ASPECTS OF EVIDENCE |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 120 teaches students the origin, development, philosophy, constitutional, and procedural considerations affecting arrest, search and seizure, kinds and degrees of evidence, rules governing admissibility, judicial decisions interpreting individual rights, and case studies. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
129 |
SPECIAL CRIMES AND DANGEROUS DRUGS |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 129 gives students a fundamental understanding of addiction and the effects of psychoactive drugs, as these factors are involved in the daily routine of police work. This course will review the principles of detecting and investigating special crime offenses, including organized crime, gambling, confidence schemes, loansharking, prostitution, and other crimes socially and culturally impacting communities of all socioeconomic groups. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 151, or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
134 |
REPORT WRITING |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 134 encompasses a survey of report writing and Records and Identification Bureaus. Students will learn how police officers analyze what they see and make a permanent and coherent record of facts to be used in criminal prosecution and administration procedures. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 151, or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
160 |
COMMUNITY AND THE JUSTICE SYSTEM |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 160 examines the complex, dynamic relationship between communities and the justice system. While studying the theoretical concepts of law enforcement, students learn the history of multiculturalism in the U.S. and discuss the key issues that plague communities of color such as implicit bias, racism and excessive force. Students have opportunities to explore better strategies for policing interaction with multi-cultural communities, including but not limited to, alternatives to incarceration and serving diverse communities. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ETH S 121, SOC 101, and ENGL C1000 or ESL 151. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
165 |
INTRODUCTION TO FORENSICS |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 165 focuses on the basic principles of forensic science and their application and relevance to crime scene investigations. This course is for anyone wanting to understand the basics of forensic science and for the person interested in a career in the forensic field. Topics include procedures of crime scene investigation, including evidence search and preservation; the role of latent prints and DNA; health and safety issues; history of forensics; overviews of forensic specializations; and related topics. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID AJ 150) |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
170 |
ETHICS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 170 defines the principles of a person's character as they relate to ethics. It examines how ethical choices impact the professional law enforcement environment and the subsequent effect on police service. Additionally, the course considers how character and personal values influence the training, supervision, management, and leadership of successful law enforcement organizations. This course addresses the implications of societal changes and the challenges they create in modern police work. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ADMJ 101 and ENGL C1000 or ESL 141. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE |
201 |
INTRODUCTION TO HOMELAND SECURITY |
3.0 Units |
ADMJ 201 introduces students to the vocabulary and important components of Homeland Security. The importance of the agencies associated with Homeland Security and their interrelated duties and relationships will be discussed. Students will examine historical events, as well as, explore state, national, and international laws impacting Homeland Security. The most critical threats confronting Homeland Security will be examined. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 151, or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
