2023-2024 College Catalog

Administration of Justice

 

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The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T) involves the study of the functions and roles of the police, courts and corrections. This course of study provides students the opportunity to acquire skills in research, information gathering, observation, analytical and critical thinking, and written and verbal communication. This major may lead to a career in law enforcement, private security, corrections, forensics and related areas.

Upon completion of the Associate in Science in Administration of Justice (AS-T), students will have a strong academic foundation in the field and be prepared for upper-division baccalaureate study. Completion of the degree indicates that the student will have satisfied the lower division requirements for transfer into an Administration of Justice program for many campuses in the California State University system.

For additional career possibilities, visit the Career Services Center on the main campus to utilize computerized career information systems and other valuable career resources.

Administration of Justice, Associate Degree for Transfer

Upon completion of the Associate in Science in Administration of Justice (AS-T), students will have a strong academic foundation in the field and be prepared for upper-division baccalaureate study. Completion of the degree indicates that the student will have satisfied the lower-division requirements for transfer into an Administration of Justice program for many campuses in the California State University system. Students will be able to analyze the influence of new technology and how it will impact the criminal justice system.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the program, students will be able to evaluate complex issues in criminal justice from varying perspectives. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the police, courts, and corrections.

Area of Emphasis: (18 Units)

Required Core Course: (6 units)

AD JUS 1,Introduction to Administration of Justice(3)
AD JUS 2,Concepts of Criminal Law(3)
LIST A: Select 2 Courses: (6 units)
AD JUS 3,Legal Aspects of Evidence(3)
AD JUS 5,Criminal Investigation(3)
AD JUS 8,Juvenile Procedures(3)
AD JUS 11,Introduction to Forensics(3)
AD JUS 67,Community and the Justice System(3)
List B: Select two courses (6 units)
BUS 32,Business Communications(3)
CIS 4,Business Information Systems with Applications(3)
COM ST 11,Elements of Public Speaking(3)
COM ST 12,Persuasion(3)
COM ST 16,Fundamentals of Small Group Discussion(3)
COM ST 21,Argumentation(3)
ENGL 2,Critical Analysis and Intermediate Composition(3)
ENGL 31,Advanced Composition(3)
HIST 47,The Practice of History(3)
MATH 2,Precalculus(5)
MATH 7,Calculus 1(5)
MATH 21,Finite Mathematics(3)
MATH 28,Calculus 1 for Business and Social Science(5)
MATH 54,Elementary Statistics(4)
PHILOS 7,Logic and Critical Thinking(3)
PHILOS 9,Symbolic Logic(3)
POL SC 1,American and California Politics(3)
PSYCH 1,General Psychology(3)
SOCIOL 4,Sociological Analysis(3)
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SOCIOL 1,Introduction to Sociology(3)
or
SOCIOL 1s,Introduction to Sociology – Service Learning(3)
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SOCIOL 2,Social Problems(3)
or
SOCIOL 2s,Social Problems – Service Learning(3)

Criminal Justice, Certificate of Achievement

This program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing an entry-level job in the criminal justice field and need a working knowledge of the fundamental con- cepts in this area. This certificate comprises courses in the introduction to the administration of Justice, criminal law, evidence, criminal investigation and community and the justice system.

Program Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the criminal justice system and apply key concepts to this setting.
  • Explain the procedures that govern the progression of a case from arrest through sentencing and beyond.
  • Analyze the evolutionary processes in criminal investigation.
  • Evaluate the admissibility of different types of evidence for trial.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the strategies for effective and just policing in a diverse society.

Area of Emphasis: (15 Units)

Required Courses:

AD JUS 1,Introduction to Administration of Justice(3)
AD JUS 2,Concepts of Criminal Law(3)
AD JUS 3,Legal Aspects of Evidence(3)
AD JUS 5,Criminal Investigation(3)
AD JUS 67,Community and the Justice System(3)