Administration of Justice
Course Descriptions

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AJS 101
Introduction to Administration of Justice
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Examines the organization and jurisdiction of local, state and federal law enforcement; court and correctional systems; their history and philosophy; career opportunities; terminology and constitutional limitations of the system.
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AJS 102
Criminal Law
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Examines the major areas of constitutional law as they relate to the operations of the subsystems of the criminal justice system. Case law studied will include but not be limited to free speech, freedom of assembly, right to a speedy trial, freedom from self-incrimination, etc.
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AJS 103
Criminal Investigation
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
The theory of criminal investigations, crime scene procedures, case preparation, interviewing, and basic investigative techniques - all of which are fundamentals of criminal investigations - are examined.
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AJS 115
Basic Peace Officer Academy I
12 credits
Offered upon request
An approved Arizona POST Peace Officer Academy designed to train a regular or reserve officer for State certification. Students must be sponsored by an approved law enforcement agency in accordance with all current Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines. Refer to the Administration of Justice AAS Degree curriculum for a listing of courses that upon academy graduation are fulfilled toward the Administration of Justice AAS Degree.

AJS 120
Police Communications
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Methods of communication used in police work, including active listening, interviewing, and non-verbal communications. Special emphasis placed on written communications and report writing.
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AJS 126
The Juvenile Function
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
An examination of the history and development of juvenile justice theories, procedures, and institutions.
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AJS 130
The Correction Function
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
This course examines the history and development of correctional theories and institutions.
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AJS 140
The Traffic Function
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
This course examines the traffic laws of Arizona most commonly used by law enforcement officers. Included is a study of traffic control procedures along with the theory and application of vehicle accident investigation.
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AJS 155
Firearms
2 credits
Offered upon request
This course familiarizes students with the handling, care, and use of firearms. Emphasis is placed upon the moral and legal aspects of using a firearm. Attention given to target analysis, range drill procedures, and firearm selection. Actual shooting of firearms is involved.
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AJS 160
Concealed Weapons
1 credit
Offered every fall and spring semester
Extended registration available
An approved course designed to meet the Firearms Safety Training Program requirement for an Arizona Department of Public Safety Concealed Weapon Permit. Students will be required to sign the three (3) forms listed on the Course Outline.
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AJS 202
Substantive Criminal Law
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Continuation of AJS 102. Study of laws most often used by law enforcement officers, including court decisions and legislative updates. Special emphasis given to the understanding of Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 13.

AJS 203
Advanced Criminal Investigation
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Continuation of AJS 103. It includes the ability to perform advanced crime scene investigation duties under simulated field conditions. Physical evidence procedures, interviewing and interrogation, fingerprinting and the investigation of specific crimes will be covered.
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AJS 215
Basic Peace Officer Academy II
12 credits
Offered upon request
Prerequisite: AJS 115
An approved Arizona POST Peace Officer Academy designed to train a regular or reserve officer for State certification. Students must be sponsored by an approved law enforcement agency in accordance with all current Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines. Refer to the Administration of Justice AAS Degree curriculum description for a listing of courses that upon academy graduation are fulfilled toward the Administration of Justice AAS Degree.

AJS 220
Procedural Criminal Law
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
A study of court systems and procedures from arrest to final disposition, with special attention given to the appellate and Supreme Court decisions; due process of law, and Constitutional Law.
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AJS 225
Crime and Delinquency
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
The study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics, crime trends, and victimization.
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AJS 261
Concealed Weapons Renewal
1/2 credit
Offered every fall and spring semester
An approved course academically designed to meet the Firearms Safety Training Program requirement for the renewal of an Arizona Department of Public Safety Concealed Weapon Permit. Students will be required to sign the three (3) listed forms on the course outline.
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AJS 266
The Police Function
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Study of basic techniques of stopping, arresting, and handling criminal suspects; methods of police patrol and observation; handling domestic violence; recognition and handling of mental cases; disorderly conduct and public intoxication; public disturbances; and techniques for handling crimes in progress. Officer safety and survival stressed.
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AJS 270
Evidence
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Rules of evidence in general; including origin, development, philosophy, and constitutional basis of evidence. Special attention given to rules governing admissibility of evidence as determined by statute and case law. Specific landmark decisions will be considered.

AJS 280
Community Policing
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
The examination, recognition, and understanding of community problems; community policing; methods of coping with human behavior, conflict, and communication; ethnic and minority cultures and environments; the community and relationships with the Criminal Justice System.
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AJS 282
Police Supervision
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
A study of the police first line supervisor’s role and responsibilities as they relate to leading, directing, and controlling personnel both formally and informally.
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AJS 297
Workshop
1 to 6 credits
Offered upon request
Extended registration available
Designed to meet a variety of needs for students in Administration of Justice.

Administration of Justice Course Descriptions

Administration of Justice
Course Descriptions