Administration of Justice - AS.ADJ
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Program Type
A.S. CTE Degree
Meta-Major
Agriculture, Business and Industries
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Catalog Description
The Associate in Science Degree in Administration of Justice for Transfer provides a clearly articulated curricular track for students who wish to transfer to baccalaureate Administration of Justice, Criminal Justice, or Criminology degree programs at a California State University (CSU) campus. This degree provides the lower division Administration of Justice major courses required at many CSUs while exposing students to the core principles and practices in the field of Administration of Justice. The AS-T degree will enable students to develop a strong foundation in the theory and practice of law enforcement and law enforcement investigation, the origin and application of criminal law, the various components of the criminal justice system, the structure of the various court systems, and trial process. For detailed requirements for individual four-year institutions, students should contact the transfer institution and meet with a counselor for specific transfer course requirements in their major.
The Administration of Justice Associate Degree program is particularly suited for students seeking employment in criminal justice and paralegal/legal assistantship, and it incorporates advanced career training, as well as supporting transfer. Criminal justice courses have a broad focus and encompass effective patrol services, the prosecution and defense of criminal offenders, and the incarceration process. Paralegal/legal assistantship courses overview the preparation of cases for court under the supervision of an attorney. The Associate degree in Administration of Justice offers specialized electives to enhance a student's career opportunities.
The Administration of Justice Associate Degree program is particularly suited for students seeking employment in criminal justice and paralegal/legal assistantship, and it incorporates advanced career training, as well as supporting transfer. Criminal justice courses have a broad focus and encompass effective patrol services, the prosecution and defense of criminal offenders, and the incarceration process. Paralegal/legal assistantship courses overview the preparation of cases for court under the supervision of an attorney. The Associate degree in Administration of Justice offers specialized electives to enhance a student's career opportunities.
Degree
AS - Associate in Science
Program Goal
CTE
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
Outcome
Analyze the United States legal system, describing the sources of law, the branches of government, and the federal and state court system.
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Evaluate judicial opinions to determine legal precedents and apply them to hypothetical fact patterns.
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Recognize constitutional principles present in the prosecution and defense of criminal offenders.
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Describe the incarceration process.
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Demonstrate effective law enforcement report writing skills.
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Compare and contrast legal and illegal narcotics and dangerous drugs.
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Select and apply the appropriate peacekeeping strategy in a multicultural community.