ADMJ 0076. Street and Prison Gangs
Units: 3
Hours: 54 lecture
Theories of gang membership and behavior; law enforcement, community, and correctional intervention; characteristics and activities of prison and street gangs; impact on correctional and law enforcement operations and society. (CSU)
ADMJ 0076 - Street and Prison Gangs
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Hours: 54 lecture Description: Theories of gang membership and behavior; law enforcement, community, and correctional intervention; characteristics and activities of prison and street gangs; impact on correctional and law enforcement operations and society. (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Analyze various theories that explain criminal gang formation and participation Differentiate the major ethnic groups involved in street and prison gangs. Assess the relationship between drugs, weapons, and violence in criminal gangs and their impact on society. Course Content Outline I. Introduction II. Theories of street and prison gang formation and behavior A. Maslow's Theory B. History of gangs C. Race and ethnic considerations D. Gang statistics E. Gang writing and graffiti F. Gang identification III. Street gang criminal activities A. Violence B. Drugs and firearms C. Recruitment IV. Prison gang criminal activities A. Violence B. Drugs and weapons C. Contraband D. Influence on street gangs V. Community involvement A. Prevention B. Intervention C. Suppression Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Outline the major ethnic groups involved in street and prison gang activity; 2. Compare and contrast local, state and national street and prison gang statistics; 3. Recognize regional/geographical gang identifiers; 4. Identify major California prison gangs; 5. Describe the relationship between drugs, weapons, and violence in street gangs; 6. Analyze the street and prison gang recruitment process; 7. Compare and contrast street and prison gang violence; 8. Analyze the impact of contraband on prison gangs; 9. Describe the influence of prison gangs on street gangs; 10. Illustrate the concepts of prevention, intervention, and suppression as they relate to street and prison gangs. Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Reports Reading Assignments 1. Read current articles from "Corrections Today" and other professional publications. 2. Read the section in the assigned textbook on Maslow's theory and be prepared to discuss in class. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Prepare a group-written report on a major street or prison gang. 2. Diagram the influence of prison gangs on street gangs. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
Administration of Justice
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Overview The Administration of Justice program offers students an Associate Degree for Transfer which prepares students for transfer into the California State University system. In addition, there are three associate degrees offered with specific areas of concentration. Each concentration has specific core courses that are required of all students. Courses are available in law enforcement, specializing in police activities that promote public safety and service to the community; courts, specializing in responsibilities to the public through the trial system of adjudication; and corrections, where sentenced individuals are subjected to society's effort to provide accountability and correct the deviant behavior. The Administration of Justice program also offers a number of POST certified peace officer training courses, including PC 832 Arrest and Firearms, as well as Modules III and II of the POST Regular Basic Course (Law Enforcement Academy). Successful completion of the two modules allows students to be hired as Level III or Level II Reserve Peace Officers in California. The Department also offers some in-service POST training courses for continuing professional development. TRANSFER MAJOR REQUIREMENTS in Administration of Justice are available in the Counseling Center. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for specific transfer requirements. Four-year graduates in Administration of Justice are qualified for career pathways in law enforcement, the courts and corrections. Faculty Ralph McGill Professor, Administration of Justice B.A., New College of California
