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AJS101: Introduction to Criminal Justice – 3 credits

An introduction to crime and society's responses to it. Examines the nature and causes of crime, the criminal law, constitutional safeguards, and the organization and operation of the criminal justice system including the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies. Covers the history of the criminal justice system, terminology and career opportunities. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Institutions in the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
15617
Paradise Valley
M 228 - Classroom
In Person
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Tue, Thu
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
  • B. Martinez
Open
22 of 32 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16697
Paradise Valley
M 228 - Classroom
In Person
1/16 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Sat
9:00 – 11:30 AM
  • R. Del Rio
Open
32 of 35 seats available
  • Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
    Reserved for students in Early College Programs. For more information please contact the Early College Coordinator Mary Beltran Ayala at mary.beltran.ayala@paradisevalley.edu
    Registration open to everyone.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
16921
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
3/22 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • G. Townsend
Open
15 of 23 seats available
  • Costs include AJS Course Fee: $40.00
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
    Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
    Class 16921 costs include AJS Course Fee: $40
16055
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
1/19 – 3/12
Spring 2027
N/A
  • B. Martinez
Closed
No seats available
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
    Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor