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Catalog Description Hours: 54 lecture Description: An overview of Information and Technology systems and strategies used in the administration of criminal justice; applying these systems and information across the spectrum of Crime Prevention and Intervention in a holistic manner to address Law Enforcement Investigations and Community Safety; topics covered include CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch), RMS (Records Management Systems), CCTV, Video Surveillance, Dash-Cams and Body-Cams, Automated License Plate Readers, Automated Gunshot Detection Systems, etc. (CSU) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Analyze the impact of technology (specifically computers) on the administration of justice. CSLO #2: Evaluate the use and effectiveness of technology (information systems) within law enforcement. CSLO #3: Design and construct methods utilizing technology tools to assist law enforcement agencies in receiving and providing information from and to their respective communities to help reduce crime and the fear of crime. CSLO #4: Analyze and evaluate the significance of social media as both a challenge and a tool within the criminal justice system. Effective Term Fall 2025 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours 108 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Develop computer skills including word processing; spreadsheet analysis and comparisons; analysis and evaluation of data base and telecommunications applications as practiced in law enforcement settings; 2. Identify and evaluate different system strategies in the use of the computer in law enforcement operations; including different program applications that produce crime support data found in criminal records, identification applications, Computer Assisted Dispatch systems, statistics to support management decisions and the use of computers in investigations; 3. Recognize and evaluate laws related to computer crime and develop the necessary probable cause in order to prosecute a computer crime. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information CSU Transferable Methods of Evaluation Essay Examinations Example: Students will write an essay in which they analyze different types of computer fraud. Objective Examinations Example: Students will identify the various types of computer systems commonly used by law enforcement. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: Instructor will lead class discussion related to various uses and applications of computer systems within Law Enforcement. Distance Learning Using LMS, Instructor will lead a Discussion Board to determine and identify different types of computer fraud. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read associated articles and develop a relational data base. 2. Read "Laws Related to Computer Crimes" and be prepared to discuss their application. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Recover deleted material from a data storage devise. 2. Research and prepare a class presentation on a specific crime analysis software program. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Information Technology and The Criminal Justice System Author: April Pattavina Publisher: SAGE Publication Date: 2005 Text Edition: 2nd Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Law Enforcement Information Technology: A Managerial, Operational and Practicioner Guide Author: Chu Publisher: Routledge Publication Date: 2001 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Digital Frontier Technologies in the 21st Century Author: Milivojevic Publisher: Routledge Publication Date: 2021 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics Author: Holt & Bossler Publisher: Routledge Publication Date: 2022 Text Edition: 3rd Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

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