Administration of Justice Studies
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice Studies provides in-depth preparation for students desiring to be practitioners or pursue continued education and advancement in several fields including local and federal law enforcement, the courts, corrections, security, and investigations. The program also provides criminal justice practitioners with the opportunity to complete the Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Administration of Justice as well as one of five Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in Corrections, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Legal Studies, and Victimology. A transfer pathway in Criminal Justice is also available (Associate Arts (AA), Emphasis in Criminal Justice) as well as an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Forensics and related Certificates of Completion. Additionally, a transfer pathway is also available for the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Public Safety Administration.
Details
Field of Interest
Behavioral Science and Human Services
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Administration of Justice Studies (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3181
Total credits required
61-65
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Synthesize multiple sources of information to make timely assessments. (AJS101, AJS113, AJS123, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS200, AJS201, AJS205, AJS210, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS270, AJS275, AJS290BN, AJS+++++, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Solve problems through logical and sound reasoning. (AJS101, AJS109, AJS113, AJS123, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS201, AJS205, AJS210, AJS212, AJS225, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS260, AJS270, AJS275, AJS290BN, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Communicate orally, visually and in writing precisely, appropriately, and effectively to varied audiences. (AJS101, AJS113, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS201, AJS205, AJS210, AJS212, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS270, AJS275, AJS290BN, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Communicate in the language common to the criminal justice system. (AJS101, AJS109, AJS113, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS201, AJS205, AJS210, AJS212, AJS225, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS270, AJS275, AJS290BN, (COM), (CRE), [FYC])
- Collaborate with diverse agencies, community representatives and individuals to achieve common goals. (AJS101, AJS113, AJS123, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS200, AJS201, AJS210, AJS212, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS290BN, (COM), (CRE), [FYC])
- Apply the principles and processes of criminal and constitutional law, criminology theory, knowledge of the functions and components of the criminal justice system, and current issues to criminal justice operations. (AJS101, AJS109, AJS113, AJS123, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS200, AJS201, AJS210, AJS212, AJS225, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS260, AJS290BN, (CRE), [FYC], [MA])
- Utilize technology to collect, analyze and communicate data. (AJS101, AJS113, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS200, AJS201, AJS210, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS270, AJS275, AJS290BN, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Practice professional standards appropriate to the field of criminal justice. (AJS101, AJS109, AJS113, AJS119, AJS123, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS201, AJS210, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS260, AJS270, AJS275, AJS290BN, (COM), (CRE), [FYC], [SG], [SQ])
- Subscribe to and practice ethical behavior appropriate to the field of criminal justice. (AJS101, AJS109, AJS113, AJS119, AJS123, AJS/FSC139, AJS/FSC147, AJS/FSC148, AJS/FSC149, AJS162, AJS195, AJS201, AJS210, AJS230, AJS240, AJS255, AJS/EMT/FSC258, AJS260, AJS270, AJS275, AJS290BN, (CRE), [FYC], [SG], [SQ])
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 28-30 | |
| AJS101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| AJS109 | Substantive Criminal Law | 3 |
| AJS123 | Ethics and the Administration of Justice | 3 |
| AJS200 | Current Issues in Criminal Justice (3) OR | |
| AJS/EMT/FSC258 | Victimology and Crisis Management in Public Safety (3) | 3 |
| AJS212 | Juvenile Justice Procedures | 3 |
| AJS225 | Criminology | 3 |
| AJS230 | The Police Function | 3 |
| AJS240 | The Correction Function | 3 |
| AJS260 | Procedural Criminal Law | 3 |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
Course Sequence by Term
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 12-13 | |
| Complete twelve to thirteen (12-13) credits from the course options below. Some of these options fulfill requirements for one or more related certificates of completion (CCLs). Consult with an AJS faculty advisor, program director, and/or academic advisor to identify coursework that best aligns with academic and professional goals. | ||
| AJS113 | Criminal Justice Crime Control Policies and Practices | 3 |
| AJS119 | Computer Applications in Justice Studies | 3 |
| AJS270 | Community Relations | 3 |
| The following courses fulfill the requirements for the Corrections certificate (5776N): | ||
| AJS205 | Effective Communication and Report Writing in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| AJS255 | The Criminal Justice System Handling of the Mentally Ill | 3 |
| AJS275 | Criminal Investigation I | 3 |
| The following course fulfills the requirements for the Crime Scene Investigation (5964) and Fingerprint Identification and Photography (5010N): | ||
| AJS290BN | Courtroom Testimony Seminar | 1 |
| The following courses fulfill the requirements for the Homeland Security (5322N): | ||
| AJS/FSC139 | Emergency Response to Terrorism | 3 |
| AJS/FSC147 | Emergency Preparedness | 3 |
| AJS/FSC148 | Fundamentals of Emergency Management | 3 |
| AJS/FSC149 | Hazard Mitigation | 3 |
| AJS195 | International and Domestic Terrorism | 3 |
| The following courses fulfill the requirements for the Law Enforcement certificate (5987N): | ||
| AJS205 | Effective Communication and Report Writing in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| AJS275 | Criminal Investigation I | 3 |
| The following courses fulfill the requirements for the Legal Studies certificate (5966N): | ||
| AJS201 | Rules of Evidence | 3 |
| AJS205 | Effective Communication and Report Writing in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| AJS210 | Constitutional Law | 3 |
| The following courses fulfill the requirements for the Victimology certificate (5392N): | ||
| AJS162 | Domestic Violence | 3 |
| AJS255 | The Criminal Justice System Handling of the Mentally Ill | 3 |
| AJS+++++ | Any AJS Administration of Justice Studies course not listed under the Required Courses area | 3 |
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 0-6 | |
| Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete the minimum total program credits required for this degree. | ||
| Select courses not already listed in Required Courses, Restrictive Electives, or General Education requirements. Consult with an AJS faculty advisor, program director, and/or academic advisor to identify coursework that best aligns with academic and professional goals. | ||
| General Education Requirement | Credits: 16-22 | |
| General Education Core | Credits: 12-18 | |
| First-Year Composition | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) | 6 |
| Oral Communication | Credits: 3 | |
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR | |
| COM110 | Interpersonal Communication (3) OR | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking (3) OR | |
| COM230 | Small Group Communication (3) | 3 |
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR | |
| Equivalent as indicated by assessment | ||
| Mathematics | Credits: 3-6 | |
| MAT140 | College Mathematics (5) OR | |
| MAT141 | College Mathematics (4) OR | |
| MAT142 | College Mathematics (3) OR | |
| MAT145 | College Mathematics with Review (5) OR | |
| MAT146 | College Mathematics with Review (6) OR | |
| Any higher approved general education course in the Mathematics area | 3-6 | |
| General Education Distribution | Credits: 4 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | Credits: 0 | |
| Met by AJS123 in the Required Courses area | ||
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits: 0 | |
| Met by AJS101, AJS200, AJS225 or AJS/EMT/FSC/SWU258 Required Courses area | ||
| Natural Sciences | Credits: 4 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Natural Sciences area. | ||
| Recommended: | ||
| FOR105 | Forensic Science: Physical Evidence (4) OR | |
| FOR106 | Forensic Science: Biological Evidence (4) OR | |
| a course with the [SQ] or [SG] general education designation (4) | 4 | |
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