Administration of Justice
Award Type: Associate in Science
This degree provides an educational foundation for persons aspiring to careers in law enforcement, probation, parole, court administration, corporate security or custodial corrections. Students intending to transfer to a four-year institution should discuss their programs with a counselor.The graduate of the Associate in Science in Administration of Justice will:
- Have a fundamental knowledge of the criminal justice system and its primary components.
Program Requirements
A major of 27 units is required for the degree.
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3.0 |
| AJ 102 | Criminal Procedures | 3.0 |
| AJ 103 | Concepts of Criminal Law | 3.0 |
| AJ 104 | Legal Aspects of Evidence | 3.0 |
| AJ 105 | Community Relations | 3.0 |
Plus a minimum of 12 units selected from Administration of Justice courses. Students are encouraged to discuss additional course choices with a member of the department and to focus their work upon their area of interest.
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 106 | Police Patrol Procedures | 3.0 |
| AJ 120 | Juvenile Law and Procedures | 3.0 |
| AJ 111 | Criminal Investigation | 3.0 |
| AJ 115 | Introduction to Criminology | 3.0 |
| AJ 130 | Introduction to Corrections | 3.0 |
| AJ 149 | Cooperative Work Experience | 1.0 - 8.0 units |
| AJ 150 | Introduction to Forensics | 3.0 |
General Education Requirements
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