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Catalog Description Hours: 54 lecture Description: Study of traffic management and enforcement. Emphasis on traffic law enforcement procedures, Vehicle Code violations, public safety, and collision investigations. (CSU) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Differentiate between procedural, statutory and case law as they apply to Vehicle Code enforcement. CSLO #2: Compare and contrast various types of traffic collisions and the factors associated with accident investigation. CSLO #3: Demonstrate skills necessary to determine vehicle speed based on skid analysis. CSLO #4: Compare and contrast various traffic enforcement skills, techniques, procedures and investigations Effective Term Fall 2025 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours 108 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives 1. Differentiate between procedural and statutory law in the Vehicle Code; 2. Apply case law to traffic enforcement; 3. Compare and contrast various types of traffic collisions; 4. Identify primary collision factors; 5. Analyze collision scene evidence; 6. Investigate criminal culpability; 7. Diagram a collision scene; 8. Determine vehicle speed by skid analysis; 9. Compare and contrast DUI violations; 10. Investigate DUI violations; 11. Demonstrate various traffic control techniques; 12. Outline the safe and proper pursuit procedures; 13. Demonstrate the methods for a high-risk stop; 14. Outline trial dynamics; and 15. Prepare for court testimony. 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 outlining the procedures for a high risk vehicle stop. Problem Solving Examinations Example: Students will diagnose collision scene evidence to determine primary collision factors. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students will demonstrate the ability to create an effective flare pattern at a mock traffic collision. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: Using PPT slides and class discussion, instructor will explain and illustrate traffic collision diagramming. Distance Learning Instructor will provide students with videos of various types of traffic collisions, and students will view videos and determine relevant "primary collision factors". Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read sections of the Vehicle Code pertaining to driving under the influence and be prepared to discuss in class. 2. Read a newspaper article pertaining to a vehicle accident and identify potential Vehicle Code violations. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Investigate a mock vehicle accident scene, locate and record evidence and determine the primary collision factors. 2. Work in a team of 4 to 5 students to evaluate a traffic-related issue and write a 3 to 4 page paper and give an oral presentation to the class. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Traffic Enforcement and Crash Investigation Author: Ross A. Olmos Publisher: Prentice Hall Publication Date: 2010 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: CA Vehicle Code Author: State of California Publisher: Department of Motor Vehicles Publication Date: 2023 Text Edition: 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