Administration of Justice - Traditional Option - Associate in Science
San José City College offers an Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS) and Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree in Administration of Justice. Administration of Justice is the study of the causes, consequences and control of crime. Although the program’s curriculum allows for the development of in-depth knowledge in one of the subject’s substantive subsystems (i.e. law enforcement, juvenile, courts or corrections, judicial administration), our objective is to expose the student to a series of courses within the major intended to develop social and cultural sensitivity, effective communication skills, ethical awareness, and the concepts of law necessary to be successful in one of the many Administration of Justice careers. Programs in Administration of Justice are designed to prepare students for careers in federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, correctional agencies and institutions, and private security agencies.
Students considering transferring to the California State University system and are interested in continuing their studies in the following areas: Administration of Justice, Law Enforcement, Correctional Administration, Social Science, and Pre-Law should also review the major sheet for an Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T).
A grade of "C" or better is required for each course in the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
CAREER OPTIONS:
• County Deputy Sheriff
• Highway Patrol Officer
• Municipal or Special District Police Officer
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Define and use criminal justice system key terms, concepts and theories.
- Identify how the U.S. Constitution applies to the actions and conduct of peace officers.
- Demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing the results of analysis and understanding.
- Develop a plan to achieve a career in their desired area of the criminal justice system.
- Recognize elements, classifications and definitions involving crimes against persons and crimes against property.
- Reflect critically on developments in the criminal justice policy and the relationship of these policies to the wider political and social environment.
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| AJ 010 | Introduction to Administration of Justice | 3 |
| AJ 011 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| AJ 013 | Criminal Procedures | 3 |
| AJ 014 | Contemporary Police Issues | 3 |
| AJ 015 | Introduction to Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| Total Units | 15 | |
Approved Major Electives
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Complete 12 units from the following: | 12 | |
| Street Law | ||
| Law Enforcement in Multicultural Communities | ||
| Drugs and Society | ||
| Juvenile Law and Procedures | ||
| Introduction to Evidence | ||
| Violent Crime in America | ||
| Introduction to Forensic Science | ||
| Introduction to Corrections | ||
| Introduction to Public Safety Community Service Officer | ||
| African American Culture | ||
| Vietnamese Women in the U.S. | ||
| Introduction to Race & Ethnicity in American History | ||
| Chicana/o Culture | ||
| Social Justice Issues in Chicanx Communities | ||
| Vietnamese American Culture | ||
| Beginning Darkroom Photography | ||
| Social Psychology | ||
| Personal Growth and Adjustment | ||
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Social Problems | ||
| Conversational Spanish I | ||
| Conversational Spanish II | ||
AS Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 15 | |
| Approved Major Electives | 12 | |
| General Education Requirements | 27 | |
| Degree Applicable Electives | 6 | |
Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3) | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |