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234 | Phoenix College 2009–2010 CATALOG Course Descriptions AJS200 Current Issues in Criminal Justice 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Examines current issues, techniques, and trends in the Criminal Justice System. Prerequisites: None. AJS201 Rules of Evidence 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture A practical insight into the rules of evidence to include how to recognize evidence: the general rules governing admissibility of evidence; the "hearsay" rule and its exceptions; the use of documentary evidence, written memoranda, photographs, and recordings; corpus delicti; opinion evidence, circumstantial evidence, evidential privileges. Required in AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None. AJS205 Criminal Justice Report Writing 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Characteristics of reports and field notes, and the importance and uses of each. Form, style, and procedures for writing various reports, including elements of composition, required substance, proper and improper conclusions, and descriptions of persons and property. Prerequisites: None. AJS210 Constitutional Law 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture An examination of the U. S. Constitution as it relates to the law enforcement function. Includes statutory law and judicial decisions governing the areas of arrest, search and seizure, interrogations and confessions, self-incrimination and other constitutional guarantees. Required in AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None. AJS212 Juvenile Justice Procedures 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Examines the history and development of juvenile justice theories, procedures, and institutions. Prerequisites: None. AJS213 Evidence Technology/Fingerprints 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Fingerprint identification, interpretation, and classification. The fundamentals of fingerprinting and the problems in developing latent prints, preservation of evidence and the chain of evidence. Prerequisites: None. AJS214 Evidence Technology/Photography 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture The use of photography and other aids in identification and preservation of evidence such as fingerprints, footprints and impressions. Techniques in crime scene and traffic accident photography. Prerequisites: None. AJS215 Criminalistics: Physical Evidence 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture The scientific analysis and examination of physical evidence with emphasis on scientific investigation, recognition, collection, and preservation of evidence. Discussion topics include fingerprints, shoe prints, tool marks, firearms identification, paint chips and arson. Prerequisites: None. AJS216 Criminalistics: Biological Evidence 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture The scientific analysis and examination of biological evidence with emphasis on collection and preservation of evidence. Topics discussed include blood, drugs, blood alcohol, hairs and fibers, and topics of special interest in criminalistics. Prerequisites: None. AJS225 Criminology 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crimes and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None. AJS230 The Police Function 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Theories of procedures and methods of operations of public police with emphasis on discretionary powers available to the working police officer. Career opportunities and current trends in law enforcement presented. Prerequisites: None. AJS240 The Correction Function 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Examines the history and development of correctional theories and institutions. Prerequisites: None. AJS241 Police Photography 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Emphasis on proper procedure for photographing crime scenes, accident scenes, and laboratory specimens. Discussion of photographic techniques, equipment, lighting techniques, aerial photography, video and motion pictures, macro and micro photography, filters, and preparation for court presentation using selected simulations. Prerequisites: None. AJS242 Crime Scene Processing 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Procedures and technology required to process crime scenes including how to protect a crime scene, collect information, search for, collect, and preserve physical and biological evidence, and conduct field tests. Practical experience in evidence collection and crime scene sketching and processing. Prerequisites: AJS213 and (AJS214 or AJS241) or permission of instructor. AJS260 Procedural Criminal Law 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Concerned with the understanding of procedural criminal law. Examines the rationale underlying major court holdings, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings, and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: None. AJS270 Community Relations 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Examination, recognition and understanding of community problems; community action programs; methods of coping with human behavior, victimology, conflict, and communication; ethnic and minority cultures and environments; the community and relationships with the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: None. AJS271 Special Populations I 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture Recognition of non-psychotic and psychotic behaviors including personality disorders, substance abuse, and suicidal ideas. Recommended ways of dealing with these people and identification of appropriate community agencies that can provide assistance. Prerequisites: None. AJS275 Criminal Investigation I 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Introduction to the theory of criminal investigation. Examines crime scene procedures, case preparation, interviewing, and basic investigative techniques. Prerequisites: None. AJS276 Criminal Investigation II 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Focuses on investigating specific offenses, methods for identifying, collecting and preserving evidence. Establishing elements of crimes and connecting suspects to the crimes. Prerequisites: AJS275.
Phoenix College 2009–2010 CATALOG | 235 AJS289AJ Street Gangs I 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture Introduction to street gang identification, history, culture, and current trends, specifically in the western United States. Prerequisites: Certified officer or permission of instructor. AJS290 Criminal Justice Seminars Seminar topics presented by the Cultural and Applied Social Sciences Department are selected from a variety of subjects designed to meet the needs and interests of persons desiring in-service education and training. AJS290 may be repeated for credit provided it is not a repeat of the same topic. Seminars may not transfer to other colleges and universities. AJS290AU Child Abuse Investigation 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture Definition and investigation of the causes and effects of child abuse. Prerequisites: None. AJS290BL White Collar Crimes 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture Business-related criminal activities, including computer fraud, pyramid schemes and false and misleading advertising and security schemes. Prerequisites: None. AJS290BN Courtroom Testimony Seminar 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture Courtroom demeanor and protocol. Role and primary functions of witness and legal counsels. Prerequisites: None. AJS290BO Alcohol Abuse Seminar 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture Physiological and psychological effects of alcohol and symptoms of alcohol abuse. Emphasis on the detection and treatment of the alcoholic. Prerequisites: None. AJS290BU Family Violence 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture Family violence issues as they relate to the criminal justice response. Prerequisites: None. AJS290BV Victim Assistance 1 credit(s) 1 period(s) lecture An overview of victim issues emphasizing strategies used to reduce the trauma associated with crime. Includes description of counseling methods, referral procedures, intervention techniques, and community resources. Prerequisites: None. ARB – Arabic ARB101 Elementary Arabic I 4 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab Introduction to the basic alphabet, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Arabic language. Listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Prerequisites: None. ARB102 Elementary Arabic II 4 credit(s) 5 period(s) lecture + lab A continuation of ARB101. Continued study of grammar and vocabulary, with emphasis on pronunciation and speaking skills. Prerequisites: ARB101 or equivalent. ARC – Architecture ARC225 Fundamentals of Architectural Detailing 3 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture + lab Introduction to construction /architecture detailing. Examines functional, constructionrelated, and aesthetic applications of detailing. Prerequisites: CNS130, or CNS180, or permission of department. ARH – Art Humanities ARH100 Introduction to Art 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Understanding and enjoyment of art through study of painting, sculpture, architecture, design, photography, and decorative arts. Emphasis on contemporary topics and cultural diversity in the arts. Prerequisites: None. ARH101 Prehistoric Through Gothic Art 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture History of art from prehistoric through medieval period. Prerequisites: None. ARH102 Renaissance Through Contemporary Art 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture History of art from around the world from the Renaissance through contemporary period. Prerequisites: None. ARH109 History of American Art 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Development and variety of American art. Presentation of architecture, sculpture, painting and decorative objects. Prerequisites: None. ARH112 History of Modern Art 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Development and significant aspects of modern art, including comparisons of relationships in expressionism, abstractions, fantasy, and art since mid-century. Prerequisites: None. ARH115 History of Photography 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Survey of history of photography from beginning to present. Emphasizes medium's impact upon society and other visual arts. Technical developments, aesthetic concerns, and individual photographers studied. Prerequisites: None. ARH118 Introduction to Chinese Art 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture + lab Explores Chinese philosophy, symbolism, history and religions that underlie the choice of subject matter and life forms in Chinese art. Uses Chinese bamboo brush, ink and rice paper to study Chinese calligraphy and traditional subjects for painting. Prerequisites: None. ARH145 History of American Indian Art 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Survey of American Indian Art from precontact to present. Reviews the impact of these art forms on contemporary American society, other world societies and on the visual arts. Explores characteristics, cultural influences and concerns represented in various art forms past and present. Features field trips to galleries and collections. Prerequisites: None. ARH201 Art of Asia 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Introduction to the origins and historic development of art in Asia, with emphasis on China, Japan, and India. Prerequisites: None. ARH203 Art of Ancient Egypt 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture The art and culture of ancient Egypt from prehistoric through the Greco-Roman period. Prerequisites: None. ARH216 Pre-Columbian Art History 3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture Art of the Americas prior to European contact, focusing on Mesoamerica and the Central Andean region and their respective adjoining areas, with some attention to the U.S. Southwest and Eastern Woodlands Mound Building cultures. Prerequisites: None. Course Descriptions
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