Correctional Science, Associate in Science
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Science Degree in Correctional Science, the student demonstrates fulfillment of the lower-division requirements for any accredited baccalaureate institution; preparation for participation in the Basic Corrections Peace Officer Academy; or a job in corrections.
Program Learning Outcomes
- The student will apply the skills that are preparation for participation in the Basic Corrections Peace Officer Academy; or entry level job skills in corrections.
- The student demonstrates fulfillment of the lower-division requirements for any accredited baccalaureate institution.
General Education
Complete one of the following general education patterns:
- San Joaquin Delta College Associate Degree General Education (AA-GE) pattern (24 units)
- California State University General Education (CSU-GE) pattern (40 units)
- Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum - CSU Version (IGETC-CSU) pattern (37 units)
Students are advised to double-count courses in the major to also satisfy general education when possible. Course subject credit will be awarded in satisfaction of major and lower division general education requirements, but the units will only be counted once in computing the total number of units for the degree.
Major Requirements - Core
Complete 27 units
A J 022
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Concepts of Criminal Law
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3
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A J 031
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Report Preparation
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3
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A J 041
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Narcotics Investigation and Control
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3
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A J 051
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Introduction to Correctional Science
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3
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A J 053
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Correctional Interviewing and Interventions
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3
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A J 055
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Control and Supervision in Corrections
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3
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A J 057
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Legal Aspects of Corrections
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3
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CS 011
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Fundamentals of Computer Science
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3
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SOCIO 001A
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Introduction to Sociology
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3
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Major Requirements - Restricted Electives
Area A - Complete 3 units selected from:
A J 028
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Juvenile Law and Procedures
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3
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A J 054
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Introduction to Probation and Parole
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3
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Area B - Complete 3 units selected from:
HIST 017A
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History of the United States
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3
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HIST 017B
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History of the United States
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3
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POLSC 001
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American Government and Institutions
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3
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Minimum Major Units Required: 33
Complete all courses with a grade of "C" or better.
Minimum Degree Units Required: 60
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