Administration of Justice: Modern Policing

Associate in Science Public Safety Programs · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, students will explore contemporary issues in policing, community relations, and criminal justice reform. The curriculum includes topics such as ethical decision-making, cultural competency, and the use of technology in law enforcement. With comprehensive support services and flexible learning options, the program is structured to accommodate diverse learning needs and career aspirations. The Modern Policing Degree is more than an educational pathway—it’s a commitment to creating a new generation of law enforcement professionals who are prepared to serve with integrity, empathy, and a deep understanding of the communities they protect.

Learning Outcome(s):

  1. Identify and address issues related to cultural sensitivity, conflict resolution, hate crimes, prejudice, bias, and discrimination within the justice system.
  2. Analyze the elements of various criminal offenses.
  3. Explain fundamental US criminal procedures, principles, and Constitutional amendments.
  4. Discuss the history and theories of the American justice system.
  5. Analyze the relationship between law enforcement, courts, and corrections and how the American justice system operates.
CourseTitleUnits
AJ 100Introduction To Criminal Justice3
AJ 103Community and the Justice System3
AJ 104Criminal Law3
Choose 1: (Procedural Administration of Justice Courses)3
AJ 131Juvenile Justice3
orAJ 110Basic Criminal Investigation3
orAJ 102Criminal Procedures3
orAJ 101Criminal Evidence3
ART 164Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas3
CHDV 115Child, Family, and Community3
ENGL C1001Critical Thinking and Writing4
LS 145Legal Ethics3
PHIL 121Introduction to Ethics3
PSYC 120Social Psychology3
SOC 170Introduction to Justice Studies3
COMM C1000Introduction to Public Speaking3
SPCH 131Intercultural Communication3
Choose 1: (English Composition)4
ENGL C1000Academic Reading and Writing4
orENGL C1000EAcademic Reading and Writing4
orESL 110College Composition for Non-Native Speakers4
Choose 1: (Statistics)3-4
SOC 180Social Justice Statistics3
orSTAT C1000Introduction to Statistics4
orSTAT C1000EIntroduction to Statistics4
orBUS 204Quantitative Business Analysis4
orSOC 205Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences4
Total47-48

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