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2015-2016 Catalog
Counseling - Criminology
282 PRACTICAL MONEY SKILLS FOR LIFE
1 unit, 1 lecture hour, (Pass/No Pass only)
This is a basic course in money management. Each
student will be introduced to the benefits of budgeting and
financial planning. Students will become familiar with
recognizing how to best utilize their financial resources,
identify the benefits and drawbacks of using credit, learn
the various types of checking and savings accounts, identify
various consumer scams, and learn how to protect themselves
from identity theft.
283 PARENTING STRATEGIES
AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS
1 unit, 1 lecture hour, (Pass/No Pass only)
This course examines the importance of family
relationships and helps identify strategies that can lead to
positive changes within the family. Students will learn
strategies for effective parenting, effective communication,
stress and anger management, domestic violence resolution,
and personal boundary maintenance.
CRIMINOLOGY (CRIM)
1
INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A.
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 conjunction
with how law is developed. Additionally, the course examines
sentencing and incarceration processes. (A, CSU, UC) (C-ID
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 1A.
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 may include the
consensus and conflicting values in culture, religion, and law.
(A, CSU, UC)
6
CRIMINAL LAW
(FORMERLY CRIM 6A)
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
(FORMERLY CRIM 7A)
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)
8
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course examines the criminal investigation
process. More specifically, the course addresses the techniques,
procedures, and ethical issues involved in the investigation of
crime. Additionally, the students will gain an understanding of
preliminary and follow up investigations, as well as interview
and interrogation techniques, case documentation and court
preparation. (A, CSU) (C-ID AJ 140)