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Counseling - Criminology
53 COLLEGE AND LIFE MANAGEMENT
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125, 126,
and Mathematics 201.
This course is designed for first-year college students.
It will prepare students for college life and academic success.
Topics will include personal growth and development,
academic goal development, campus resources, student success
strategies, diversity and cultural awareness, and maintaining
a healthy lifestyle. (A, CSU-GE, UC)
120 COLLEGE INTRODUCTION
1 unit, 1 lecture hour, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
A comprehensive course to assist students in
self-assessment, planning for success, time management,
educational planning and career awareness. Students will
familiarize themselves with the Clovis Community College
catalog and will learn about the various campus resources and
student services available for their use. (A)
263 LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
1.5 units, 1 lecture hour, 1.5 lab hours (Pass/
No Pass)
A course designed to introduce students to theory,
principles, and techniques of leadership. Students will develop
practical skills in parliamentary procedures, budgeting, and
activity planning through active participation in Associated
Student Government.
CRIMINOLOGY (CRIM)
1
INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course introduces students to the history and
philosophy of the United States criminal justice system. It also
analyzes theories of crime and crime causation in conjunctionwith
how law is developed. Additionally, the course examines sentencing
and incarceration processes. (A, CSU, UC) (C-ID AJ 110)
3
LEGAL ASPECTS OF EVIDENCE
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course examines categories of evidence and
legal rules which govern their admissibility or exclusion in a
United States court of law. (A, CSU) (C-ID AJ 124)
4
PRINCIPLES & PROCEDURES OF
THE JUSTICE SYSTEM
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course analyzes criminal law and its
relationship to court proceedings in the United States.
Additionally, the class introduces students to concepts
such as: procedural rules, jurisdiction, classification and
elements of crimes. It also focuses on the legal issues and
constitutional interpretations involving extradition, arrest,
search and seizure laws, admissions and confessions and
other directives provided to law enforcement agencies. (A,
CSU) (C-ID AJ 122)
5
COMMUNITY RELATIONS
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course examines the complex, dynamic
relationship between communities and the agents of
the criminal justice system. Students discuss the various
multicultural issues which may arise in a diverse society and
the appropriate ways in which criminal justice agents might
respond. (A, CSU, UC) (C-ID AJ 160)
6
CRIMINAL LAW
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
Criminal Law offers an analysis of the history and
the philosophy of criminal liability in the United States, as
well as an understanding of the classification of crimes against
property and persons. This course discusses the most frequently
used criminal statutes in the United States as well as those most
used in the state of California. (A, CSU, UC) (C-ID AJ 120)
7
POLICE OPERATIONS AND PROCEDURES
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course explores the theories, philosophies,
and concepts related to the line law enforcement officer.
Additionally, the course places special emphasis on
patrol, traffic, and public service responsibilities and their
relationship to the criminal justice system. (A, CSU)