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Administration of Justice

Overview Degrees/Certificates Courses

The administration of justice program at Folsom Lake College applies analytical learning to understand the broad dimensions of the administration of justice and its impact on people. It is designed to prepare students for entry into the field of law enforcement/corrections employment, as well as transfer to four-year universities.

Degrees Offered

A.S.-T. in Administration of Justice
A.A. in Administration of Justice
A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences

Division Dean Dr. Christopher Morris
Department Chair Stephanie Karas
Phone (916) 608-6927
Email careerprograms@flc.losrios.edu

Associate Degrees for Transfer

A.S.-T. in Administration of Justice

The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer Degree program provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements for transfer to the California State University. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. Students should work closely with their Folsom Lake College counselor to ensure that they are taking the appropriate coursework to prepare for majoring in Administration of Justice at the institution they wish to transfer to because major and general education requirements may vary for each CSU and the degree may only transfer to specific institutions.

This program has the following completion requirements:

(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

(A) The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements.

(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

ADTs also require that students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
ADMJ 300	Introduction to Administration of Justice	3
ADMJ 320	Concepts of Criminal Law	3
A minimum of 6 units from the following:		6
ADMJ 302	Community Relations: Multicultural Issues (3)
ADMJ 322	Criminal Procedures (3)
ADMJ 323	Legal Aspects of Evidence (3)
ADMJ 330	Criminal Investigation (3)
A minimum of 6 units from the following:		6
PSYC 300	General Principles (3)
PSYC 330	Introductory Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (3)
or STAT 300	Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4)
SOC 300	Introductory Sociology (3)
SOC 301	Social Problems (3)
Total Units:		18

The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer (AS-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, including (a) a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") for each course in the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

describe the purpose, authority, and relationship between law enforcement, the judiciary, and corrections in the local, state, and federal levels.
evaluate various local, state, and federal law enforcement career options and design a viable career path strategy.
define and apply the ethical and leadership standards placed on administration of justice professionals.
describe the complex interaction between criminal investigations and criminal justice system procedures.
analyze cause in fact and proximate cause in relation to criminal activity and describe how they apply to criminal statutes, case law, and constitutional law.
identify diverse cultural groups and unique crime related problems they face, and describe strategies law enforcement professionals can use to eliminate or reduce those problems.
apply effective written and oral communication skills.

Career Information

Police Officer; Deputy Sheriff; Crime Scene Investigator; Identification Technician; Community Services Officer; Corrections Officer; Parole Officer; Probation Officer and a variety of support service occupations. Potential employers include: Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies (Sheriff, Police, California Highway Patrol, Federal Bureau of Investigations, Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice, Crime Scene Investigations, and California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation). Some positions, however, require a four-year degree for which FLC’s program is an excellent foundation for transfer.

Associate Degrees

A.A. in Administration of Justice

In the history of the Administration of Justice there has never been a greater demand for well-trained and educated professionals in the law enforcement, courts, and corrections fields. Folsom Lake College’s Administration of Justice program provides training to individuals for positions in a wide variety of careers in the Administration of Justice field. Graduates will be better prepared to seek employment at the local, state, federal and private levels.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
ADMJ 300	Introduction to Administration of Justice	3
ADMJ 301	Investigative Report Writing	3
ADMJ 302	Community Relations: Multicultural Issues	3
ADMJ 320	Concepts of Criminal Law	3
ADMJ 323	Legal Aspects of Evidence	3
ADMJ 330	Criminal Investigation	3
A minimum of 6 units from the following:		6
ADMJ 308	Crime Scene Investigation (3)
ADMJ 322	Criminal Procedures (3)
ADMJ 331	Patrol Procedures (3)
ADMJ 333	Computer Crime and Digital Evidence (3)
ADMJ 340	Introduction to Correctional Services (3)
ADMJ 498	Work Experience in Administration of Justice (0.5 - 4)
Total Units:		24

The Administration of Justice Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

describe the purpose, authority, and relationship between law enforcement, the judiciary, and corrections in the local, state, and federal levels.
evaluate various local, state, and federal law enforcement career options and design a viable career path strategy.
define and apply the ethical and leadership standards placed on administration of justice professionals.
analyze cause in fact and proximate cause in relation to criminal activity and describe how they apply to criminal statutes, case law, and constitutional law.
identify diverse cultural groups and unique crime related problems they face, and describe strategies law enforcement professionals can use to eliminate or reduce those problems.
apply effective written and oral communication skills.
describe the role of computers in crime and investigations.

Career Information

A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences

The Interdisciplinary Studies degree is designed for students who wish a broad knowledge of arts and sciences plus additional coursework in a prescribed “Area of Emphasis”. This program is a good choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or University of California. The student will be able to satisfy general education requirements, plus focus on transferable coursework that relates to a specific major and/or individual interest. This degree will have an "Area of Emphasis" in Social and Behavioral Sciences. These courses emphasize the perspectives, concepts, theories, and methodologies of the disciplines typically found in the vast variety of disciplines that comprise study in the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Students will study about themselves and others as members of a larger society. Topics and discussions to stimulate critical thinking about ways people have acted in response to their societies will allow students to evaluate how societies and social subgroups operate. (Possible majors at a four-year institution include, but are not limited to: history, sociology, social studies, psychology, and family consumer science.)

It is highly recommended that students consult a counselor to determine the classes within each area that will best prepare them for their intended transfer major.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 18 units from the following:		18
Select courses from at least 3 different disciplines.
ADMJ 300	Introduction to Administration of Justice (3)
ADMJ 302	Community Relations: Multicultural Issues (3)
ADMJ 320	Concepts of Criminal Law (3)
ANTH 310	Cultural Anthropology (3)
ANTH 319	Visual Anthropology: Introduction to Ethnographic Film (3)
ANTH 323	Introduction to Archaeology (3)
ANTH 330	Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion (3)
ANTH 341	Introduction to Linguistics (3)
BUS 320	Concepts in Personal Finance (3)
or ECON 320	Concepts in Personal Finance (3)
BUS 330	Managing Diversity in the Workplace (3)
BUS 340	Business Law (3)
BUS 345	Law and Society (3)
COMM 325	Intercultural Communication (3)
COMM 341	Organizational Communication (3)
COMM 351	Mass Media and Society (3)
COMM 363	Introduction to Communication Theory (3)
ECON 302	Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
ECON 304	Principles of Microeconomics (3)
ECE 312	Child Development (3)
or PSYC 372	Child Development (3)
ECE 314	The Child, the Family and the Community (3)
ECE 330	Infant and Toddler Development (3)
ECE 430	Culture and Diversity in Early Childhood Education (3)
ETHNS 300	Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3)
ETHNS 320	Introduction to African American Studies (3)
ETHNS 330	Introduction to Asian American Studies (3)
ETHNS 360	Introduction to Chicana/o/x Studies (3)
ETHNS 350	Introduction to Native American Studies (3)
GEOG 310	Human Geography: Exploring Earth's Cultural Landscapes (3)
GEOG 322	Geography of California (3)
HIST 307	History of World Civilizations to 1500 (3)
HIST 308	History of World Civilizations, 1500 to Present (3)
HIST 310	History of the United States (To 1877) (3)
HIST 311	History of the United States (1865 - Present) (3)
HIST 314	Recent United States History (3)
HIST 319	American Environmental History (3)
HIST 331	Women in American History (3)
HIST 344	Survey of California History: A Multicultural Perspective (3)
HIST 368	History of France (3)
JOUR 310	Mass Media and Society (3)
NUTRI 310	Cultural Foods of the World (3)
POLS 301	Introduction to Government: United States (3)
POLS 302	Comparative Politics (3)
POLS 310	Introduction to International Relations (3)
POLS 320	Introduction to Political Theory (3)
PSYC 300	General Principles (3)
PSYC 312	Biological Psychology (4)
PSYC 320	Social Psychology (3)
PSYC 335	Research Methods in Psychology (3)
PSYC 340	Abnormal Behavior (3)
PSYC 356	Human Sexuality (3)
PSYC 368	Cross Cultural Psychology (3)
or SWHS 331	Cross Cultural Psychology (3)
PSYC 370	Human Development: A Life Span (3)
SJS 300	Introduction to Social Justice Studies (3)
SOC 300	Introductory Sociology (3)
SOC 301	Social Problems (3)
SOC 310	Marriage and the Family (3)
SOC 321	Race, Ethnicity and Inequality in the United States (3)
SOC 341	Sex and Gender in the U.S. (3)
SOC 379	Making Social Change (3)
SWHS 302	Introduction to Psychology of Human Relations (3)
Total Units:		18

The Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See FLC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

evaluate how societies and social subgroups operate (Social and Behavioral Sciences).

Administration of Justice (ADMJ) Courses

ADMJ 300 Introduction to Administration of Justice

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D; IGETC Area 4
C-ID:C-ID AJ 110
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces students to the characteristics of the American criminal justice system. Emphasis is placed on examining due process, U.S. constitutional rights, criminal activity, crime causation and criminology, domestic and international criminal threats, law enforcement response to criminal activity, and future trends for law enforcement. Students will explore the components of the American justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and correctional services with an emphasis on ethics and leadership.

ADMJ 301 Investigative Report Writing

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ENGWR 301 and 302
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides a study of the techniques of preparing written investigative reports in a clear, comprehensive, concise, ethical, and logical manner. Emphasis is placed on administration of justice terminology, use of English and organization of information, note taking and report writing, and presentation of testimony in court.

ADMJ 302 Community Relations: Multicultural Issues

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D; IGETC Area 4
C-ID:C-ID AJ 160
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course examines the complex relationship between communities and the law enforcement, judicial and correctional institutions of the justice system. The course addresses the role that race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social class, culture and the role criminal justice professionals play in shaping these relationships. The course will explore new strategies, skills, tools, and cultural knowledge necessary for personnel engaged in all aspects of the criminal justice system. Special topics include how terrorism and the need for homeland security have changed the dynamics of police-community relations.

ADMJ 308 Crime Scene Investigation

Units:3
Hours:51 hours LEC; 9 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
C-ID:C-ID AJ 150
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course will introduce the student to the basic principles of crime scene investigation, role of the crime scene investigator and criminalist, evolution of forensic sciences, including primary protection of the crime scene, the principles of physical evidence and how physical evidence can assist in solving crimes. The student will learn how to properly document a crime scene and will examine the relationship between the investigator, the crime scene investigator, and the crime laboratory.

ADMJ 320 Concepts of Criminal Law

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D
C-ID:C-ID AJ 120
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course examines the philosophy, history and structure of criminal law in the United States. Special emphasis is placed on the classification of crime, the general elements of crime, the definitions of common and statutory law, and the nature of acceptable evidence. This course utilizes case studies to introduce students to criminal law and the classification of crimes against persons, property, morals, and public welfare. The course will also include discussion of the U.S. Constitution, prosecution and defense decision making, criminal culpability, and defenses to crimes.

ADMJ 322 Criminal Procedures

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
C-ID:C-ID AJ 122
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course examines criminal procedures and how they are applied in the American criminal justice system. Topics include fundamental concepts of law, exclusionary rule, bail, extradition and rendition. Additional topics will include laws and procedures of arrest, order of trial procedures, motions, writs and appeals, limitations of prosecution, rights of the accused, prosecution and defense strategies, judgment, sentencing and the U.S. Constitution.

ADMJ 323 Legal Aspects of Evidence

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
C-ID:C-ID AJ 124
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course examines the constitutional foundation of the rules of evidence as applied in United States law. Emphasis is placed on the types of evidence and the laws governing admissibility of evidence in criminal proceedings.

ADMJ 330 Criminal Investigation

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
C-ID:C-ID AJ 140
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces students to basic investigative responsibilities and procedures used during criminal investigations. Topics include crime scene management, forensic and physical evidence handling, search and seizure, property crimes, violent crimes, organized criminal enterprises, gangs, and domestic/international terrorist organizations.

ADMJ 331 Patrol Procedures

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course will explore the early development and present-day role of patrol operations and techniques used by local law enforcement agencies. Major topics will include community policing, intelligence-led policing, effective patrol strategies, gang awareness, and key factors affecting deployment of patrol resources such as applying intelligence-led policing techniques and fostering community involvement to meet department objectives.

ADMJ 333 Computer Crime and Digital Evidence

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:CISC 310; Students should have basic computer user skills prior to enrolling in this course.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course will introduce the student to the basic principles of computer crime investigation, including the role of computer devices in various types of criminal activities, computer related criminal law, methods of collecting digital evidence and how digital evidence can assist in solving crimes. The student will learn how to properly perform and document digital evidence collection. The student will learn about court presentation and emerging case law related to computer crimes.

ADMJ 340 Introduction to Correctional Services

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
C-ID:C-ID AJ 200
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an overview of the history and trends of adult and juvenile corrections including probation and parole. It focuses on the legal issues, specific laws, and general operation of correctional institutions. The relationship between corrections and other components of the judicial system are examined.

ADMJ 494 Topics in Administration of Justice

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

Designed to deal with current problems or specific topics concerning the administration of justice. The particular subject to be covered each semester will be determined by the Administration of Justice staff. May be taken two times for credit.

ADMJ 495 Independent Studies in Administration of Justice

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

ADMJ 498 Work Experience in Administration of Justice

Units:0.5 - 4
Hours:27 - 216 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:Student must be in a paid or non-paid internship, volunteer opportunity, or job related to career interests.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the field of Administration of Justice. Course content will include understanding the application of education to the workforce; completing required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. During the semester, the student is required to attend orientation. Students must complete 27 hours of related paid or unpaid work experience for .5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional .5 unit. The course may be taken for a maximum of 16 units. Students should have access to a computer, the Internet, and some computer media such as a USB drive to store data files. Online students must have an email account. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.

ADMJ 499 Experimental Offering in Administration of Justice

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.