Administration of Justice (ADMJ)

ADMJ 300 Introduction to Administration of Justice 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course introduces students to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the United States. Focus is placed on examining crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, response to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system.

ADMJ 301 Applied Reporting Techniques for Criminal Justice 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGWR 101 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course provides a study of the techniques of communicating facts, information, and ideas effectively in a simple, clear, and logical manner in the various types of criminal justice system reports: letters, memorandums, directives, and administrative reports. Emphasis will be placed on criminal justice terminology; use of English and organization of information; experience in note taking and report writing; and presentation of testimony in court.

ADMJ 302 Community Relations: Multicultural Issues 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 101
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course examines the complex, dynamic relationship between communities and the institutions of the justice system in addressing crime and conflict with an emphasis on the challenges and prospects of administering justice within a diverse, multicultural population. The course addresses the role that race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social class, culture and the criminal justice professional play in shaping these relationships. The course examines new strategies, skills, tools, and cultural knowledge necessary for personnel engaged in all aspects of the criminal justice system. Special topics include the impact that terrorism and the need for homeland security have changed the dynamics of police community relations.

ADMJ 306 Ethics in Justice Administration 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This class will examine the ethical and societal demands placed on the individuals entering the Administration of Justice field. Students will learn to see how the needs of a democratic society can be subverted and abused both intentionally and unintentionally through unethical decisions. This class is applicable to all those in the Administration of Justice and Corrections field.

ADMJ 308 Crime Scene Investigation 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 51 hours LEC ; 9 hours LAB
This course will introduce the student to the basic principles of crime scene investigation, including the primary protection of the crime scene, the principles of physical evidence and how physical evidence can assist in solving crimes. The student will learn how to properly document a crime scene and will examine the relationship between the investigator, the crime scene investigator, and the crime laboratory. A field trip to a crime lab may be required in this course.

ADMJ 309 Professional Employment Preparation for Law Enforcement Occupations 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course is designed for students who are pursuing careers in law enforcement and corrections. This course will cover employment and career search, application processes, resume development, and cover letter. Participation will prepare students for pre-employment testing, interview techniques, background investigation, polygraph examination, medical screening, conditional job offer, and hiring processes.

ADMJ 310 Forensic Photography 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 51 hours LEC ; 9 hours LAB
This course will introduce the student to the basic principles of forensic photography, including: 1) The history of photography as it relates to the law, 2) a look at historical case law and rules of evidence, 3) how film and digital cameras work and how a photograph is made and 4) macrophotography and microphotography as it applies to photographing specific types of evidence such as impression evidence, trace evidence, questioned documents, blood stain patterns, arson scenes, etc.

ADMJ 320 Concepts of Criminal Law 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 101
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course examines the philosophy, history and structure of criminal law in the United States. Special emphasis is placed on the classification of crime, the general elements of crime, the definitions of common and statutory law, and the nature of acceptable evidence. This course utilizes case studies to introduce students to criminal law and the classification of crimes against persons, property, morals, and public welfare. The course will also include some discussion of the U.S. Constitution, prosecution and defense decision making, criminal culpability, and defenses to crimes.

ADMJ 322 Criminal Procedures 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course will study the criminal procedures and how they are applied in the American justice system. Topics will include fundamental concepts of law, exclusionary rule, bail, extradition and rendition. Additional topics will include laws and procedures of arrest, order of trial, motions, writs and appeals; limitations of prosecuting; rights of the defendant; prosecution and defense strategies; judgment and sentencing.

ADMJ 323 Legal Aspects of Evidence 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course examines the constitutional foundation of the rules of evidence as applied in U.S law. Emphasis is placed on the types of evidence and the laws governing admissibility of evidence in criminal proceedings.

ADMJ 330 Criminal Investigation 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course introduces students to investigative procedures and concepts as applied to criminal investigations. Topics include crime scene response management and identification, evidence collection, and processing of physical evidence.

ADMJ 331 Patrol Procedures 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course will explore the early development and present-day role of patrol operations and techniques used by local law enforcement agencies. Major topics will include community policing, effective patrol strategies, gang awareness, and key factors affecting deployment of patrol resources such as community involvement and meeting department objectives.

ADMJ 340 Introduction to Correctional Services 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
This course provides a review of various contemporary criminal justice correctional services. The course will include a description and evaluation of the impact of deviate behavior, police involvement, jails, and the judicial system, correctional institutions, and probation, parole and community resources. The course also identifies a variety of career opportunities in corrections.

ADMJ 346 Probation and Parole 3 Units
Prerequisite: ADMJ 300 and 340. Grade of "C" or better required to meet prerequisite.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description of probation and parole as a segment of the criminal justice system. A comparison of organization and objectives as practiced in different jurisdictions. Provides an overview of historical development and theory. A review of goals in treatment of adult and juvenile offenders at municipal, state and federal levels.

ADMJ 370 Illegal Drugs - Identification and Investigation 3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
The study of current drugs of abuse will include identification, street terminology, prices, packaging, methods of use, duration of effect, addiction, history, and recognizing persons under the influence. The course also examines current federal and state laws and law enforcement trends including managing informants, search and seizure, courtroom testimony, "knock and talks", and search warrants.

ADMJ 494 Topics in Adminstration of Justice .5-4 Units
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Designed to deal with current problems or specific topics concerning the administration of justice. The particular subject to be covered each semester will be determined by the Administration of Justice staff. May be taken two times for credit.

ADMJ 495 Independent Studies in Administration of Justice 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB

ADMJ 498 Work Experience in Administration of Justice 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB

ADMJ 499 Experimental Offering in Administration of Justice .5-4 Units
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB