ADMJ 0050. Introduction to Administration of Justice
Units: 3
Hours: 54 lecture
Exploration of the history and philosophical roots of the U.S. justice system; in-depth study of the system and its sub-systems with emphasis on the total environment in which they operate; roles and role expectations of professionals as perceived from within and outside of the system; study of theories of crime, punishment, rehabilitation; exploration of research methodology of the discipline; analysis of the system interrelationship with society, punishments and incarceration alternatives. (C-ID AJ 110) (CSU, UC)
ADMJ 0050 - Introduction to Administration of Justice
http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/course-outlines/admj-0050/
Catalog Description Hours: 54 lecture Description: Exploration of the history and philosophical roots of the U.S. justice system; in-depth study of the system and its sub-systems with emphasis on the total environment in which they operate; roles and role expectations of professionals as perceived from within and outside of the system; study of theories of crime, punishment, rehabilitation; exploration of research methodology of the discipline; analysis of the system interrelationship with society, punishments and incarceration alternatives. (C-ID AJ 110) (CSU, UC) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Analyze current and historical crime trends in the U.S. CSLO #2: Identify and analyze the three components of the administration of justice system. CSLO #3: Analyze the Constitutional principles relevant to the administration of justice. CSLO #4: Diagnose how multicultural diversity presents challenges and opportunities for solving problems within the administration of justice. Effective Term Fall 2025 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours 108 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives Through written activities and/or directed discussion activities, the student will: 1. Analyze current crime trends in America and contrast them to other periods in history; 2. Identify the three components of the criminal justice system and how they administer justice; 3. Distinguish the differences between the consensus and conflict models of the criminal justice system; 4. Explain how multiculturalism and diversity present special challenges to, and opportunities for, the American criminal justice system; 5. Compare and contrast current national crime data-gathering programs in the United States today; 6. Apply the basic vocabulary relevant to administration of justice; 7. Compare and contrast the impact of traditional vs. modern community policing efforts on community relations; 8. Analyze the Constitutional principles relevant to the administration of justice; 9. Differentiate between state and federal court systems of operations; 10. Identify and describe the roles of the professional courtroom work group; 11. Compare and contrast probation and parole and the advantages and disadvantages of each; 12. Distinguish between county jails and state prison populations and operations; 13. Summarize prison life and subculture from the inmates' point of view; and 14. Explain the similarities and differences between juvenile and adult systems of justice. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability AA/AS - Social Sciences CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) CSUGE - D Social Sciences CSUGE - D8 Pol Sci/Govt/Lgl In CSUGE-D0 Sociology/Criminology Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) Cal-GETC 4 - Social and Behavioral Sciences IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) IGETC - 4 Soc./Behav Sciences IGETC - 4J Sociology/Criminlgy Articulation Information CSU Transferable UC Transferable Methods of Evaluation Essay Examinations Example: Given a hypothetical criminal violation, students will describe and analyze how justice is administered by each component of the criminal justice system (Law Enforcement, Courts and Corrections). Objective Examinations Example: Given a list of Constitutional Amendments and associated definitions or key phrases, students will match the correct Amendments and corresponding definitions. Reports Example: Students will write a research report on each of the three components of the criminal justice system and explain the importance of ethical behavior in the administration of justice. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: Using PPT slides to guide class discussion, Instructor will identify specific Amendments from the Bill of Rights and explain their connection to the administration of justice; students will connect these Amendments to daily functions of the Criminal Justice System. Distance Learning Instructor will post interactive links to various crime database websites such as the FBI Uniform Crime Reports, CA DOJ, and Crime Mapping.com. Instructor will host a discussion board on current and historical crime trends at the national, state, and local levels; students will use these resources to try to compare and contrast the actual occurrences of crimes by crime type, location, and timespan. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Collect and analyze five current event articles on volume and rates of criminal activity. 2. Read from the text regarding the correctional philosophies of traditional incarceration vs. alternative sentencing methodology and analyze merits of these various theories during class discussion. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Provide a written analysis of five current event articles on criminal activity with a description of the relationship between the information in the articles and the concepts discussed in class. 2. Prepare a five-page paper analyzing how each component of the criminal justice system administers justice in its respective role within the system. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Students will write three Research Papers on self-chosen topics, one for each of the three components of the criminal justice system (Law Enforcement, Courts, and Corrections). Required Materials Criminal Justice: A Brief Introduction Author: Schmalleger Publisher: Pearson Publication Date: 2019 Text Edition: 13th Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
Administration of Justice
http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/departments/administration-justice/
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
