Page 53 of Antelope Valley College 1995-1996 Catalog by Antelope Valley Community College Lancaster California

Course Descriptions 51 Definition The Administration of Justice Program involves the study of the theory and practice of law enforcement, police work, the court and corrections systems. Law enforcement, whether as a line police officer, deputy sheriff, marshal, or state traffic officer, offers a rewarding opportunity to serve society. Specialized officers such as game wardens, forest rangers, or criminal investigators make unique contributions throughout our state and nation. They investigate crime, present cases in court and render other service to the justice system and the people. Staff College Phone 943-3241 Program Advisement: Administrative Secretary: Adjunct Faculty: Fred Thompson, Dean Ext. 123 Kate Forsyth Ext. 124 Richard Jamison Charles Lemke Robert J. Nelsen Ronald Shreves Harmon Dan Watters Program Description The administration of justice courses provide the student with a broad base of knowledge and proficiencies in the general area. Distinctive Features Except for Introduction to Law Enforcement, Administration of Justice courses are offered only during evening hours. Instructors are credentialed law enforcement personnel. Career Options Accident Investigator Animal Control Officer Border Patrol Person Correctional Counselor Criminal Investigator Customs Agent Drug Enforcement Agent Evidence Technician FBI Agent Fingerprint Classifier Forest Ranger Highway Patrol Officer Industrial Security Officer Insurance Investigator Investigator Trainee Jailer Law Legal Secretary Matron Para-Legal Park Ranger Parole Agent Police Clerk Police Dispatcher Police Officer Polygraph Operator Private Detective Probation Officer Security Specialist Sheriff State Police Officer Store Detective Warden (Some of these careers may require education beyond the two-year college level.) Certificate Program Certificate not applicable Associate Degree The minimum major requirements for an associate degree in Administration of Justice may be satisfied by completing 18 units. Of these 18 units, 12 units must be from the list of core courses. The remaining 6 units must be from Law Enforcement, Traffic Enforcement, Probation, or Corrections options. (See Graduation/Associate Degree Requirements .) Core Courses (12 units) ADM J 41, Introduction to Law ADM J 45, Criminal Investigation (3) ADM J 46, Criminal Law (3) ADM J 48, Criminal Evidence (3) Enforcement (3) Options: For those contemplating a career in Law ADM J 44, Narcotics Control (3) ADM J 49, Juvenile Procedures (3) Enforcement, add: For those contemplating a career in Traffic Enforcement, add: ADM J 52, Introduction to Traffic Law Enforcement (3) ADM J 54, Traffic Accident Investigation (3) For those contemplating a career in ADM J 47, Criminology (3) ADM J 49, Juvenile Procedures (3) Probation, add: For those contemplating a career in ADM J 44, Narcotics Control (3) ADM J 50, Introduction to Corrections (3) Corrections, add: Transfer A student planning to pursue a bachelors degree should complete the following courses prior to transfer. Criminal Justice Major-CSU, Sacramento ADM J 41, Introduction to Law ADM J 42, Police-Community ADM J 45, Criminal Investigation (3) ADM J 46, Criminal Law (3) ADM J 48, Criminal Evidence (3) Enforcement (3) Relations (3) NOTE: Requirements may vary at other institutions. Check the appropriate catalog(s) and consult a counselor.

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