Student Pathway 2020−2021 Administration of Justice AS-T
Administration of Justice Associate in Science Degree for Transfer
The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer Degree prepares students for transfer into a four-year degree at any of the California State University campuses. The criminology program is the student of the causes, consequences, and control of crime and is focused on either the study of Law Enforcement or Corrections. While the program’s curriculum allows for the development of depth in one of the subject’s substantive subsystems (i.e. law enforcement, juvenile, courts, investigations, corrections, or probation and parole), our goal is to familiarize students with activities which focus on their area of choice (Law Enforcement or Corrections). Successful completion of the Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for Transfer Degree guarantees the student acceptance to a California State University (but does not guarantee acceptance to a particular campus or major) to pursue a baccalaureate degree, in preparation to pursue a career in the field of Law Enforcement, Corrections, or any related field (i.e. Criminal Research, Law, Forensic Criminology, Public Safety or Private/Industrial Security).
Program Contact: Garry Elliot | Program Counselor: Ralph Munoz
Recommended Pathway
Semester 1:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| English 1A | Reading and Composition | 4 | CSU GE A2 | IGETC 1A |
| Math 11 or Stat 7 | Elementary Statistics | 4 | CSU GE B4 | IGETC 2 -Major List B |
| Criminology 1 | Introduction to Criminology | 3 | Major Core |
| CSU GE C1 | IGETC 3A | Arts | 3 | Select 1 course from CSU GE C1 or IGETC 3A to fill this area |
| Semester Units: 14 | |||
- Explore transfer institutions and meet with Counselor to develop Student Educational Plan (SEP)
- Canvas Transfer Site
Semester 2:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminology 6 | Criminal Law | 3 | Major Core |
| CSU GE A3 | IGETC 1B | Critical Thinking | 3 | Recommended Engl 3 if transferring to UC |
| CSU GE A1 | IGETC 1C | Oral Communication | 3 | Recommended Comm 1 |
| Biol 10/10L or Biol 3 | Introduction to Life Science | 4 | CSU GE B2 & B3 | IGETC 5B & 5C |
| Psychology 2 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | CSU GE D or E | IGETC 4 -Major List B |
| Semester Units: 16 | |||
- Meet with Counselor to ensure you are on track and make any updates needed to your SEP
Semester 3:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminology- List A Course |
*Choose ONE class from List A on the major sheet | 3 | Major List A |
| Geography 1 | Physical Geography | 3 | CSU GE B1 | IGETC 5A |
| History 12 | History of the United States since 1865 | 3 | CSU GE C2 or IGETC 3B |
| CSU GE C2 | IGETC 3B | Humanities | 3 | CSU GE C2 or IGETC 3B/4 |
| Sociology 1A | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | CSU GE D or E | IGETC 4 -Major List B |
| Semester Units: 15 | |||
Apply to Transfer schools
CSU: 10/1-11/30 | UC: 11/1-11/30 | Privates: Dates Vary
Semester 4:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminology- List A Course |
*Choose ONE class from List A on the major sheet | 3 | Major List A |
| Political Science 2/2H | American Government | 3 | CSU GE D | IGETC 4 |
| Criminology 13 | Constitutional Rights | 3 | CSU GE D |
| Elective | - | 3 | See Counselor to Discuss Options |
| CSU GE Area F | Ethnic Studies | 3 | See Counselor for Recommendations |
| Semester Units: 15 | |||
- Apply for degree and Certificate: January - February
- Check student portals for transfer schools that you've applied to regularly - Don't miss any important deadlines!
*LIST A Course Options:
- Criminology 3- Legal Aspects of Evidence
- Criminology 4- Principles & Procedures of the Justice System
- Criminology 5- Community Relations
- Criminology 8- Criminal Investigations
- Criminology 11- Juvenile Delinquency
- Criminology 20- Introduction to Corrections
*IGETC Area 6 Requirement – Language Other Than English (UC Requirement Only)
