Fall 2014 Class Schedule (ARC)
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
Updated: July 24, 2014
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 116, ENGWR 102, ESLR 320, and ESLW 320; ENGRD 116 (Proficient Reading) and ENGWR 102 (Proficient Writing) with a grade of "C" or better, OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D8; IGETC Area 4H
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces the characteristics of the American criminal justice system, U.S. Constitutional rights, criminal activity, crime causation, domestic and international criminal threats, law enforcement response to criminal activity, and future law enforcement trends. Emphasis is placed on the components of the American justice system, due process, courts and correctional services, ethics, and leadership. (C-ID AJ 110)
MW 08:00AM-09:20AM LEC J.Manduca Off Campus McClellan 218 11981 Textbook
TTh 08:00AM-09:20AM LEC J.Manduca Off Campus McClellan 218 11984 Textbook
M 05:30PM-08:35PM LEC J.Manduca Off Campus McClellan 218 12354 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 116 (Proficient Reading) and ENGWR 102 (Proficient Writing) with a grade of "C" or better, OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C"or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course provides techniques of writing facts, information, and ideas effectively in a simple, clear, and logical manner in the various types of criminal justice system reports. Emphasis is placed on criminal justice terminology, organization of information, investigative note taking, and thorough documentation of witness statements and evidence.
TTh 11:00AM-12:20PM LEC J.Manduca Off Campus McClellan 204 18467 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or ESLW 320
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D3; CSU Area D7
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: 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. It addresses the role that race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social class, culture and the criminal justice professional play in shaping these relationships. It also examines new strategies, skills, tools, and cultural knowledge necessary for personnel engaged in all aspects of the criminal justice system. Special topics include how terrorism and the need for homeland security have changed the dynamics of police community relations. (C-ID AJ 160)
TTh 01:00PM-02:20PM LEC C.Gorre Off Campus McClellan 204 11983 Textbook
W 11:00AM-02:05PM LEC C.Gorre Off Campus McClellan 218 19771 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102; or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D0
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course examines juvenile delinquency from a variety of perspectives, including the concept of delinquency, theories of delinquency, social, community, and environmental influences on delinquency and the juvenile justice system (past and present). An overview of adolescent problems and current approaches being utilized to confront these problems is discussed. It examines a variety of the causes of juvenile delinquency, as well as suggestions for the treatment of delinquency at both the state and local levels. It also examines the nature and extent of delinquency with relation to gender differences, family dynamics, peer and gang groups, schools, drug use, and the juvenile justice courts. (C-ID AJ 220)
W 02:15PM-05:20PM LEC L.Riley Off Campus McClellan 218 12607 Textbook
T 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC M.Powers Off Campus McClellan 103 11988 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102; or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D8; IGETC Area 4H
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course examines the philosophy 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. It utilizes case studies to introduce students to criminal law and the classification of crimes against persons, property, morals, and public welfare. It also includes discussion of prosecution and defense decision making, criminal culpability, and defenses to crimes. (C-ID AJ 120)
M 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC J.McGinness Off Campus McClellan 102A 11982 Textbook
W 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC J.McGinness Off Campus McClellan 102A 11989 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102; or placement through the assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an in-depth study of criminal procedures used to enforce substantive law at both the federal and state level. Every step of the criminal process, from arrest to appeal, is thoroughly explored.
T 05:00PM-08:05PM LEC E.Jensen Off Campus McClellan 102A 11991 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 116, ENGWR 102, ESLR 320, and ESLW 320; ENGRD 116 (Proficient Reading) and ENGWR 102 (Proficient Writing) with a grade of "C" or better, OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course examines the origins, development, philosophy, and constitutional foundations of the rules of evidence as applied in United States law. Emphasis is placed on the types of evidence and the laws governing admissibility of evidence into criminal procedures. Topics include search and seizure, hearsay evidence, witness competency, and direct and circumstantial evidence. (C-ID AJ 124)
Th 05:30PM-08:35PM LEC J.Pezone Off Campus McClellan 102 11990 Textbook
M 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC J.Pezone Off Campus McClellan 220 19074 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or ESLW 320
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces basic investigative responsibilities and procedures as applied to criminal investigations. Topics include crime scene management, forensic and physical evidence handling, search and seizure, property crimes, violent crimes, organized criminal enterprises, gangs, and domestic and international terrorist organizations. (C-ID AJ 140)
TTh 11:00AM-12:20PM LEC P.Conrad Off Campus McClellan 218 11986 Textbook
Th 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC P.Conrad Off Campus McClellan 103 19075 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102; or placement through the assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course explores the early development and present-day role of patrol operations and techniques used by local law enforcement agencies. Major topics include community policing, effective patrol strategies, gang awareness, and key factors affecting deployment of patrol resources, such as community involvement and meeting department objectives.
TTh 09:30AM-10:50AM LEC J.Manduca Off Campus McClellan 218 11985 Textbook
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102; or placement through the assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course provides an overview of the history and trends of adult and juvenile corrections including probation and parole. It focuses on the legal issues, specific laws, and general operation of correctional institutions. The relationship between corrections and other components of the judicial system is examined. (C-ID AJ 200)
W 05:30PM-08:35PM LEC L.Riley Off Campus McClellan 218 11987 Textbook