Administration of Justice

Complete Course Listing: SCC Administration of Justice program

Course Descriptions

ADMJ 300: Introduction to Administration of Justice (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 1
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 310
Acceptable for credit: UC/CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course examines the history and philosophy of justice as it evolved through the study of American and English systems. Also provided is an in-depth study of the American system and the various sub-systems; roles and role expectations of criminal justice agents in their interrelationships in society; concepts of crime causation, punishments and community relations; and coverage of ethics, education and training for professionalism in the justice system.

ADMJ 301: Applied Reporting Techniques for Criminal Justice (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 5
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
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, memoranda, directives, and administrative reports. Emphasis will be placed on criminal justice terminology; use of English and organization of information; practice experience in note taking and report writing; and presentation of testimony in court.

ADMJ 302: Community Relations: Multicultural Issues (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 7
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 100.
General Education: AA/AS Area F.
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course provides a survey of the multicultural problems currently facing communities. Students will learn the concepts of human relations as applied to human dignity; role of the individual worker in encounters with citizen clients; challenges facing professionals in the field; and directions of future innovation and change.

ADMJ 303: Substance Abuse: Effects on Body and Behavior (3 Units)
(Same as PSYC 405)
Formerly: ADMJ 85
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGRD 310 or ENGWR 100.
General Education: AA/AS Area E2.
Acceptable for credit: UC/CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course is designed for anyone who is interested in the effects illegal drugs, prescription drugs, over the counter drugs, vitamins, health foods, coffee, and nicotine have on people physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially. This course is especially recommended for people who are seeking or working in careers in health, law enforcement, counseling, psychology, business, social services, or teaching. (Credit for Administration of Justice 303 or Psychology 405, but not both.)

ADMJ 304: Juvenile Delinquency (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 86
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course provides a study of juveniles and how they affect and are affected by the current juvenile justice system with an overview of adolescent problems and current approaches being utilized to confront these problems. The causes and treatment of delinquency and child abuse will be reviewed, and an overview of juvenile procedures at both the county and state levels will be explored.

ADMJ 320: Concepts of Criminal Law (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 2
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 310; ADMJ 300 or 340 or equivalent.
Acceptable for credit: UC/CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course examines the philosophy and structures of criminal law. Emphasis will be given to specific crimes, related law and codes, annotations to codes and case studies.

ADMJ 321: Substantive Criminal Law (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 3
Prerequisite: ADMJ 320.
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This is an in-depth study of the substantive criminal laws commonly enforced by California state, county, and municipal law enforcement officers. The course provides a complete analysis of both statute law as created by the state legislature and case law as defined in state and federal appellate court decisions.

ADMJ 322: Criminal Procedure (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 4
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 310; ADMJ 300 or 340 or equivalent.
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course will study the justice system. Topics will include bail, extradition and rendition; order of trial, motions, writs and appeals; limitations of prosecution; rights of defendant; judgment and sentence.

ADMJ 323: Legal Aspects of Evidence (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 6
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course will survey the rules of evidence and the various kinds of evidence. Topics include search and seizure concepts, exclusionary rule, the kinds and degrees of evidence, considerations governing admissibility of evidence in courts; rules of evidence, and case studies.

ADMJ 326: Family Law Issues (3 Units)
(Same as FCS 306)
Formerly: ADMJ 70
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 100.
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This is an introductory course that provides basic knowledge of both civil and criminal laws dealing with family and domestic issues. The course explores paternity suits, pre-nuptial agreements, divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, spousal abuse, restraining orders, child visitation violations, parental kidnapping, and numerous other domestic problems faced by the justice system and families.

ADMJ 330: Criminal Investigation (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 80
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course will explore the fundamentals involved in the investigation of crimes. The techniques to collect and preserve evidence, interrogation of suspects and the interviewing of witnesses will be introduced and developed to assist in understanding the crime scene investigation.

ADMJ 331: Patrol Procedures (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 8
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 310; ADMJ 300 and 340.
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course will study the organization of patrol division, types of patrol, and patrol duties. The role of the patrol officer in community relations, crime prevention, ethics and law enforcement, and minority group problems will be discussed.

ADMJ 340: Introduction to Correctional Services (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 52
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the history and trends of adult and juvenile corrections including probation and parole. The course will focus on the legal issues, specific laws, and general operation of correctional institutions. The relationship between corrections and other components of the judicial system will also be examined.

ADMJ 341: Control and Supervision in Corrections (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 53
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 310.
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course offers an overview of supervision of inmates in the local, state, and federal correctional institutions. The issues of control in a continuum from institutional daily living through crisis situations will be introduced and discussed. The course will emphasize the role played by the offender and the correctional worker. Topics will include inmate subculture, violence, and the effects of crowding on inmates and staff, as well as coping techniques for Correctional Officers in a hostile prison environment. The causes and effects of abusive tactics will also be discussed.

ADMJ 342: Gangs and Corrections (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 54
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Completion of ADMJ 340
General Education: AA/AS Area B2
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course is designed to provide the student with a specialized field of knowledge as it relates to the correctional impact of gangs. Following a development of the history of gangs and the issues associated with the development of gangs, the course will focus on the emergence of prison gangs following a series of changes within correctional system. Psychological and sociological dynamics of gangs are explored. Institutional management of gangs as well as future trends will be explored.

ADMJ 343: Supervision in Corrections (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 55
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Completion of ADMJ 340
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
After introducing the theory and practice of supervision as it is practiced in the business and public sector, this course will focus on the skills and knowledge of supervision as applied in corrections. Examples, scenarios and case studies from both juvenile and adult corrections and parole will be utilized. Students in this course should have some experience or education in the corrections field. The intent of this course is to provide the student with basic understanding of the subject, which can be the foundation for further agency specific training.

ADMJ 344: Leadership Development in Corrections (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 56
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Completion of ADMJ 340
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course is an introduction to leadership theory and practice in the correctional system. Although most of the leadership examples to be discussed deal directly with the correctional environment, others related generally to government and business will also be introduced. The course will emphasize leadership skills and experiences beneficial to a first-line supervisor. This course is intended for an individual with background (either educational or experiential) in corrections at the local, state or federal level.

ADMJ 345: Legal Aspects of Corrections (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 64
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGWR 100 and ENGRD 310.
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course provides students with an awareness of the historical framework, concepts, and precedents that guide correctional practice. Course material will broaden the individual's perspective of the corrections environment, the civil rights of prisoners, and the responsibilities and liabilities of corrections officials.

ADMJ 346: Probation and Parole (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 87
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course will compare and contrast probation and parole. Topics will include organization, function, goals, historical development and treatment theory and practice and how these concepts are utilized in California.

ADMJ 347: Correctional Counseling and Interviewing (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 88
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course is designed to introduce the student to techniques of correctional counseling and interviewing in case development. Counseling is shown to be a treatment process to help provide the client with sufficient insight to understand the negative consequences of anti-social behavior. Particular emphasis is placed on the need of the counselor to maintain a receptive nonjudgmental attitude and to explore a range of potential techniques for meeting individual client needs.

ADMJ 360: Security Services (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 66
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course is an introduction to the history, development, and functions of security services. The course will explore, examine, and critically assess the inter-relationships to the legal process; career roles and operational processes in various types of security organizations.

ADMJ 361: Retail and Industrial Security (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 67
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This course will explore the impact that retail and industrial theft have on our economy. The class will further examine and critically assess the loss prevention methods now being utilized in the security field such as surveillance cameras, alarm systems, security lighting, and perimeter fencing.

ADMJ 366: Private Investigations (3 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 68
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
54 hours Lecture
This class is an introduction to the history and development of Private Investigations as a profession. The course will explore how private investigators evaluate issues such as arson, personal injury suits and location of missing persons. A discussion of the licensing requirements for Private Investigators in the state of California is also included.

ADMJ 494: Topics in Administration of Justice (.5-4 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 91
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
9-72 hours lecture
This course is designed to deal with current problems or specific topics concerning the administration of justice. Particular subjects to be covered each semester will be determined by the Administration of Justice staff. This course may be taken twice for credit.

ADMJ 498: Work Experience in Administration of Justice (1-4 Units)
Formerly: ADMJ 98
Prerequisite: None
Acceptable for credit: CSU
18 hours Lecture; 75 hours Laboratory
18 hours lecture, 75 hours of supervised paid work experience or 60 hours of volunteer work experience for one unit. Additional hours may be earned at the rate of 75 hours of paid work or 60 hours of volunteer work per unit to a maximum of four (4) units per semester. Techniques of law enforcement and correctional services through practical on-the-job experience. Placement in nonpaying jobs with justice agencies will be arranged by the instructor.

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