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Administration of Justice CC |
ADMJ 40 | Juvenile Procedures | 3.00 Units | ||
This course is an examination of the origin, development, and organization of the Juvenile Justice System as it evolved in the American Justice System. The course explores the theories that focuses on Juvenile Law, courts and processes, and the constitutional protections extended to juveniles administered in the American Justice System. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 41 | Legal Persuasion & Argument | 3.00 Units | ||
Students will learn strategies for recognizing and evaluating the conflicting statements of others, including victims, witnesses, experts, and other professionals within the field of administration of justice. Upon completion of this course students will be able to think independently and support their own arguments with research and logic. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 42 | Leadership and Integrity | 3.00 Units | ||
This course will examine the impact of leadership, effective communication and organizational integrity in establishing trust in the administration of justice system. Beginning with initial contact with citizens to adjudication and punishment, this course will analyze the challenges of the complex procedures and processes that impact the legal system and the lives of people. The course will emphasize the importance of ethical behavior and ethical leadership by individuals and organizations as a philosophy. | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 50 | Intro to Admin of Justice | 3.00 Units | ||
This course covers the history, theory, and philosophy of administration of justice in the United States. Particular emphasis is placed on the principles, operational practices, and structure of the police, courts, and corrections agencies. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, legal processes, and sentencing and incarceration policies. Students examine the methods of crime measurement, explanations of crime, and the challenges and opportunities for law enforcement in a diverse society. | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 54 | Investigative Reporting | 3.00 Units | ||
Investigative reports with emphasis upon accuracy and necessary details. Includes arrest reports, incident reports and miscellaneous field reports. Techniques and methods used to cover information; how to analyze and present information in a clear and concise report. | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 55 | Intro to Correctional Science | 3.00 Units | ||
This course focuses on the major programs within the corrections component of the criminal justice system. It includes analysis of probation, institutional treatment, parole, and community corrections programs. Development of corrections philosophy, theory, and practice will be presented with emphasis on constitutional rights of offenders. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 60 | Criminal Law | 3.00 Units | ||
This course offers an analysis of the doctrine of criminal liability in the United States and classification of crimes against persons, property, morals, and public welfare. Emphasis is placed on the classification of crime, elements of particular crimes, and defenses to crime. This course utilizes case law and case studies to introduce students to criminal law. | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 61 | Evidence | 3.00 Units | ||
This course examines the origins, development, philosophy and the constitutional basis for the rules of evidence. During the course of the semester, we will explore the rules and policies governing the kinds of information which can be received at trial, how evidence can be properly developed and obtained by law enforcement officers, and how evidence may be considered by the judge and/or jury. Topics are considered from both a theoretical and a practical viewpoint. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 , ADMJ 60 | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 63 | Criminal Investigation | 3.00 Units | ||
This course addresses the techniques, procedures, and ethical issues in the investigation of crime, including organization of the investigative process, crime scene searches, interviewing and interrogating, surveillance, source of information, utility of evidence, scientific analysis of evidence and the role of the investigator in the trial process. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 and , ADMJ 60 | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 70 | Community Relations | 3.00 Units | ||
This course examines the complex, dynamic relationship between communities and the justice system in addressing crime and conflict with an emphasis on the challenges and prospects of administering justice within a diverse multicultural population. Topics covered include crime prevention, restorative justice, conflict resolution, religion, law ethics, and current best practices to enhance public safety while building trust. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 80 | Criminal Court Process | 3.00 Units | ||
This course examines due process and the constitutional, statutory and rule-based issues that arise in the formal processing of a criminal case from pre-arrest through that and appeal. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 , ADMJ 60 | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 85 | Introduction to Forensics | 3.00 Units | ||
This course provides an introduction to the role of forensics in criminal investigations. It examines the methods utilized in the forensic analysis of crime scenes, pattern evidence, instruments, firearms, documents and controlled substances. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 89 | Family Violence | 3.00 Units | ||
Origins of violence in the family including child abuse from the administration of justice perspective. Specific types of violent interactions and abuse among family members and responsible adults. Emphasis on techniques for use by peace officers and other social service professionals to intervene effectively. | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9907 | Phys Fit for Law Enforcement | 1.00 Unit | ||
This course is designed to prepare the administration of justice student for pre-employment physical ability testing, physical aspects of the Police Academy, and the maintenance of fitness and wellness as an incumbent. | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9954 | Defensive Tactics Instructor | 2.50 Units | ||
Students will develop knowledge in practices and philosophy of use of force, basic principles and concepts of Arrest & Control and legal issues. Students will develop skills in course development, class planning, instructional techniques, and instructor liability for a defensive tactics program. Students will develop a basic lesson plan and teach assigned blocks of instruction in defensive tactics to other class participants. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the physical techniques of defensive tactics. Completion of this course satisfies Regulation 1070 in the POST Administrative Manual. This course also satisfies the Arrest and Control perishable skills mandate. Special approval required for enrollment. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "P" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9965 | Internal Affairs Investigation | 1.50 Units | ||
Designed to instruct experienced law enforcement officers and related personnel on the unique investigative and legal aspects of conducting internal affairs investigations, both administrative and criminal. Provides instruction on the techniques and procedures used in these investigations, as well as the legal, ethical and moral considerations that may arise when dealing with government employees. This class is designed for POST certified peace officers who hold a minimum of a basic POST certificate or civilian police employees who have been designated by their respective agency as an IA investigator. Special approval required for enrollment. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "P" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9969 | Firearms Instructor | 2.50 Units | ||
Designed to train peace officers to be firearms instructors. Covers basic firearms knowledge, teaching techniques and lesson planning, range preparation, combat shooting techniques and safety. Special approval required for enrollment. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "P" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9979 | Basic Police Cyclist | 1.50 Units | ||
This is a POST certified course designed for peace officers newly assigned to bicycle patrol work. It covers basic cycling principles and skills. Special approval required for enrollment. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "P" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9987 | Basic S.W.A.T. | 2.50 Units | ||
This POST certified course introduces officers to basic weapons and tactical skills associated with the responsibilities of a Special Weapons And Tactics Team (S.W.A.T.) member. Special approval required for enrollment. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "P" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9995 | Firearm/Tact Rifle First Respd | .50 Units | ||
This course is designed to train first responders in the use of the patrol rifle or carbine. It is intended for full time sworn law enforcement and/or active duty military personnel and other Public Safety First Responders. Special approval required for enrollment. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "P" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9997 | Law Enforcement Academy | 29.00 Units | ||
The Basic Police Academy course provides training in fundamental principles, procedures and techniques of law enforcement and is designed for employed or aspiring police officer recruits. The course is certified by the Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Special approval required for enrollment. Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 42 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher) and , ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher) and , ADMJ 60 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher) and , ADMJ 61 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher) and , ADMJ 70 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
ADMJ 9998 | POST Basic Supervisory | 4.50 Units | ||
This course will cover the basic theories of leadership as they apply to problem-solving. The principles of authority and command will also be explored, as will the concept of failure as it relates to organizational decision-making. Students eligible to enroll in this course must have successfully completed a POST-certified basic law enforcement academy and be a peace officer pursuant to California Penal Code Section 830. Additionally, the student must obtain approval to register for this course from the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Regional Training Center. For more information, please visit the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Regional Training Center website at https://www.sheriffacademy.com Strongly Recommended: ADMJ 50 (completed with a grade of "P" or higher) | ||||
College: Chabot College | ||||
Division: Applied Technology Business | ||||
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