ADMJ 0054. Introduction to Investigation
Units: 3
Hours: 54 lecture
Fundamentals of investigation; addresses the techniques, procedures, and investigation of crime, including organization of crime scene searches and recording; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; surveillance; interview and interrogation; follow-up investigation; resources; scientific analysis of evidence, case preparation and the role of the investigator in the trial process. (C-ID AJ 140) (CSU)
ADMJ 0054 - Introduction to Investigation
http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/course-outlines/admj-0054/
Catalog Description Hours: 54 lecture Description: Fundamentals of investigation; addresses the techniques, procedures, and investigation of crime, including organization of crime scene searches and recording; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; surveillance; interview and interrogation; follow-up investigation; resources; scientific analysis of evidence, case preparation and the role of the investigator in the trial process. (C-ID AJ 140) (CSU) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Apply current techniques in documenting a crime scene, property and evidence. CSLO #2: Identify and explain various types of evidence and their use in the investigation process. CSLO #3: Compare and contrast methods and legalities of obtaining suspect information by applying various interview and interrogation techniques. Effective Term Fall 2017 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours 108 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives 1. Analyze the characteristics of an effective investigator and their importance in the judicial process; 2. Identify critical ethical issues relating to criminal investigations; 3. Describe successive steps of the criminal investigation process beginning with first responder to the crime scene; 4. Describe the duties and safety considerations for the first responder; 5. Apply current techniques in documenting the description of property/evidentiary items found in a crime scene as well as their location; 6. Apply and demonstrate the legal considerations related to crime scene searches and seizures of evidence; 7. Contrast the various methods of evidence collection, preservation and crime scene security; 8. Identify the role of forensic examination in a criminal investigative process; 9. Recognize, identify and explain the types of evidence and their uses in the criminal investigation process; 10. Compare and contrast the various methods and legalities of obtaining suspect information, including interviewing and interrogating witnesses and suspects and use of data information systems; 11. Describe nature and types of violent crimes based on a criminal investigation and crime elements; and 12. Develop a list of common evidence found at property crime scenes. 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 Objective Examinations Example: Students will list and identify various types of evidence found at various types of crime scenes. Problem Solving Examinations Example: After investigating a mock crime scene, students will create a written report in which they properly record the specific elements of the crime represented. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students will investigate a mock crime scene where they will locate and record evidence through the development of a crime scene sketch. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: Using PPT and crime-scene photographs, the instructor will explain the considerations for identifying, collecting and preserving various types of evidence commonly found at a crime scene. Students will complete an exercise that requires them to put the sequence of steps in order. Distance Learning Instructor will provide students with photographs of various crime scenes, and students will identify in chronological sequence the proper steps to process each crime scene. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Students will collect and analyze five current event articles which relate to different crimes and identify the crime elements. 2. Based on assigned readings students will compare and contrast various Intelligence sources available to the criminal investigator. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Students will investigate a mock crime scene where they will locate and record evidence through the development of a crime scene sketch. 2. Students will be given a crime scene scenario where they will conduct an interview of a "witness" and then write a report documenting the details of the interview. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Sample Assignment: Given a scenario-based problem, the students will be placed into groups of 4-5 to analyze the given scenario and will submit their findings in an oral presentation to the class for discussion and evaluation. Required Materials Criminal Investigation Author: Hess and Orthmann Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning Publication Date: 2016 Text Edition: 11th Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Criminal Investigation: Basic Perspectives Author: Lushbaugh and Weston Publisher: Pearson Publication Date: 2015 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
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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
Course Identification Numbering System (C-ID)
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