Administration of Justice
26 courses · Yuba College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
AJ-10 Introduction to Criminal Justice System
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- AJ 110
Overview of the history and philosophy of the U.S. justice system; study of the modern criminal justice system and its components, law enforcement, courts, and corrections; identifying the roles of the various professionals within the system and their interrelationships; analysis of legal issues; study of theories of crime causation, punishment, and rehabilitation.
AJ-11 Criminal Law
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- AJ 120
This course provides an analysis of the history, philosophy, and constitutional provisions of criminal law in the United States; study of common law, statutory law, and case law applicable to law enforcement, including exploration of crimes against persons, property, public peace, narcotics, and dangerous weapons. Special emphasis is placed on the classification of crime, the general elements of crime, and the definitions of common and statutory law. This course also includes information on prosecution and defense procedure, including criminal defenses, legal justifications, and burdens of proof. This course utilizes case law and case studies to introduce students to criminal law.
AJ-13 Evidence
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- AJ 124
This course examines categories of evidence and legal rules governing its admission and exclusion in the criminal process; the origin and development of evidentiary law; and the study of both codified evidentiary law and applicable court decisions. Specific topics include, types of evidence, the judicial process, the admission and exclusion of evidence, legal standards of proof, direct and circumstantial evidence, testimonial evidence and witness competency, the hearsay rule and its exceptions, demonstrative evidence, judicial notice, and issues relating to search and seizure.
AJ-14 Criminal Justice Process
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- AJ 122
Analysis of legal processes from pre-arrest through trial and appeal, sentencing, and corrections procedures utilizing statutory law and state and constitutional law precedents.
AJ-15 Criminal Investigation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- AJ 140
Explores procedures and concepts as applied to criminal investigations, including surveillance; crime scene response management; and dentification, collection, and processing of physical evidence. Covers U.S. Constitution and Statutory/Case Law; interview/interrogation processes and techniques; identifying information sources; procuring search warrants; serving search warrants; exceptions to the search warrant rule; and court processes. Emphasis is placed on developing the student’s capacity to analyze specific situations and identify sound ethical investigative procedures.
AJ-16 Police Operations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Philosophy, functions, organization, duties, and analysis of police operational functions, including community policing, traffic, and public service responsibilities and special police problems.
AJ-18 Introduction to Public Safety Dispatch
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an overview of the critical roles and responsibilities that Public Safety Dispatchers possess as the first point of contact for coordinating emergency responses; exploration of advancements in telecommunications and emergency notification systems; use of proper radio codes and crisis-intervention techniques while communicating with distraught callers; awareness of job requirements and hiring processes for career pathways in Public Safety Dispatching.
AJ-19 Multicultural Communities and the Justice System
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- AJ 160
Examines the complex relationship between multicultural communities and the criminal justice system, analyzing cultural differences and strategies to effectively address crime related issues. Addresses potential societal barriers involving race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, social class, culture and evolution of the law enforcement profession in understanding how relationships are developed, maintained and changed to meet ethnic and minority group needs. Additional topics include multicultural representation in law enforcement, cross-cultural communication, community policing, and restorative justice principles.
AJ-20 Juvenile Law and Procedures
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- AJ 220
This course is an examination of the origin, development, and organization of the Juvenile Justice system as it evolved in the American Justice system. The course explores the theories that focus on Juvenile law, courts and processes and the constitutional protections extended to juveniles administered in the American Justice system; organization, function, and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies; processing and detention of juveniles; juvenile case disposition; legal statutes, and court procedures.
AJ-30 Introduction To Corrections
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- AJ 200
This course provides a history of and critical analysis of punishment, the various types of punishment, alternatives to punishment, and the impact of punishment on the Criminal Justice System, corrections, a critical examination of the types of correctional institutions and the clients housed in each institution, and an examination of contemporary correctional issues.
AJ-31 Criminal and Delinquent Behavior
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
An introduction to the study of criminology and crime causation; explores the causes of crime and delinquency by analyzing various social, psychological, and cultural factors. This course introduces the student to the major types of criminal behavior, patterns of career offenders, and factors which contribute to the production of criminality and delinquency.
AJ-50 Regular Basic Police Academy Modular Format- Module III
- Units
- 8
- Hours
- 130 lecture hours, 58 lab hours
The Basic Course- Modular Format is delivered in a three-level instructional sequence. Successful completion of the Module III, Module II, and the Module I modules constitutes satisfaction of the Basic Course training requirements for peace officer in the State of California.
AJ-51 Regular Basic Police Academy Modular Format- Module II
- Units
- 10.5
- Hours
- 156 lecture hours, 112 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- AJ-50
The Basic Course-Modular Format is delivered in a three-level instructional sequence. Successful completion of the Module III, II, and I modules constitutes satisfaction of the Basic Course training requirements for peace officer in the State of California.
AJ-52 Regular Basic Police Academy Modular Format- Module I
- Units
- 16.5
- Hours
- 237 lecture hours, 184 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- AJ-51
Basic training for California Peace Officer. The Basic Course- Modular Format is delivered in a three-level instructional sequence. Successful completion of the Module III, II, and I modules constitutes satisfaction of the Basic Course training requirements for peace officer in the State of California.
AJ-53 POST Requalification Course
- Units
- 6.5
- Hours
- 96 lecture hours, 64 lab hours
This course fulfills the POST training requirements for students seeking to extend their POST law enforcement certification. It is designed for students who have successfully completed a POST-certified Regular or Specialized Investigators’ Basic Course, the Basic Course Waiver (BCW) process, or have three-year or longer break in qualifying employment from a California law enforcement employer for which the position required completion of the Regular Basic Course (RBC) or Specialized Investigators’ Basic Course (SIBC) training.
AJ-54A Peace Officer Orientation
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 33 lecture hours, 7 lab hours
This course covers 832p.c.: Laws of Arrest, search and seizure,communications, arrest and control techniques. Meets Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) and Standards and Training for Corrections Program (S.T.C.).
AJ-54B Peace Officer Orientation-Firearms
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 14 lecture hours, 10 lab hours
This course covers 832 p.c.: Firearms Training. Meets Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) and Standards and Training for Corrections Program (S.T.C). Recommended course for students taking the correctional officer core course.
AJ-55 Specialized Investigators' Basic Course
- Units
- 27.5
- Hours
- 453 lecture hours, 138 lab hours
This course fulfills the POST training requirements for some California Special Investigators as specified in Commission Regulation 1005, including investigators for the State of California, The Supreme Court of California, Welfare, Welfare Fraud, Social Services, Human Services and specified investigators of the District Attorney. The course focuses on preparing students for investigative positions through hands on experience, including weapons training, role-play scenarios, arrest and control, case management and surveillance.
AJ-60 Field Training Officer Basic Course
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 40 lecture hours
This course fulfills the POST training requirements for Field Training Officers (FTO’S) and personnel with the responsibility of training law enforcement officers. It focuses on the core functions of an FTO which are to teach, evaluate, and document (TED). The instructional techniques used focus on the modern science of learning and specific techniques to build the student’s teaching skills. Students are given opportunities to work on daily observation reports, remedial training plans, and to apply the standard evaluation guide rating scale. They are given several opportunities in the course to teach, counsel and evaluate mock trainees and complete related reports. Other topics include legal and liability issues for California Peace Officers.
AJ-62 Perishable Skills
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 16 lecture hours, 8 lab hours
This course fulfills the POST training requirements within perishable skills that every officer must receive every 24 months. It focuses on strategic communication, driver safety, proper use of force and arrest and control procedures. The instructional techniques used focus on the modern science of learning. Students are given a number of scenarios where they must make prompt decisions in responding to a situation. Those decisions include the proper level of force to be used, how the student will communicate with the involved party, driving tactics to be used and whether or not to arrest the involved party. All scenarios and decisions will be debriefed and discussed. (L,C)
AJ-65 Standards and Training for Corrections Supervisor Core Course
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 80 lecture hours
This course provides Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) training curriculum for newly promoted probation or correctional supervisors. The instructional program, spanning 80 hours, encompasses various topical areas such as: role identification, leadership styles, values, ethics, employee motivation, assertive leadership, administrative support, performance appraisal of employees, employee relations, liability concerns, disciplinary measures, counseling, planning and organization, communication, investigations, report evaluation, problem-solving, training, and role transition.
AJ-70 Correctional Officer Core Course
- Units
- 9
- Hours
- 157 lecture hours, 30 lab hours
Theory and application of Corrections Officer Training. Meets CA Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation requirements. Units of course study include: Criminal Justice System, Codes and Statutes, professionalism/ethics, classification of inmates, contraband/evidence, booking and receiving, releasing, maintaining security, report writing, supervising inmates, distribution of supplies, monitoring health, management of inmate workers, screening visitors and mail, transport of outside facilities, emergency procedures, testifying in court and physical tasks. (L)
AJ-78 Investigative Report Writing for the Public Safety Professional
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
Investigative report writing for the public safety professional relative to law enforcement, probation, correctional institutions, parole activities, and private security services. Includes practical experience in preparing field notes, letters, memorandums, and official administrative reports. Examines the role of reports in civil litigation, criminal prosecution, and the presentation of court testimony. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing the characteristics of good report writing and addressing the common report writing problems, including use of correct terminology, grammar, spelling and composition. Grades are P/NP Option.
AJ-85 Introduction to Public Safety Careers
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
This course is an introductory level course in the Public Safety Pathway. It is designed to prepare students for work in entry-level positions in Public Safety through classroom instruction, hands-on training and community experience. The careers included in this course primarily address law enforcement, fire protection, public safety dispatch, and emergency medical services. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, workplace safety, technology, lifetime health, nutrition, fitness and employment literacy. Grades are P/NP Option.
AJ-200 Probation Officer Core Course
- Units
- 9
- Hours
- 161 lecture hours, 28 lab hours
Designed to provide the basic concepts and skills for “entry level” Probation Officer, including overall mission, role and function in the California Juvenile and Adult Justice System; major tasks and responsibilities; and competency in various knowledge and skill requirements. Meets California Corrections Standards Authority, Division of Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) requirements for “entry level” Probation Officers. (L)
AJ-202 Juvenile Correctional Officer Core Course
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- 114 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
Designed to provide the basic concepts and skills for “entry-level” Juvenile Corrections Officer, including overall mission, role and function in the California Juvenile Justice System; major tasks and responsibilities; and competency in various knowledge and skill requirements. Meets California Corrections Standards Authority, Division of Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) requirements for “entry-level” Juvenile Corrections Officers. (L)