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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: SB

Class#	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Instructors	Availability
22428	Scottsdale Applied Science Bldg. AP 293	Hybrid In-Person	01/21 – 03/13 Spring 2026	W	10:30AM – 11:45AM	W. Olsen	Open 25 of 25 seats available
	Costs include AJS Course Fee: $2.00 Notes Notes: This class meets for an 8-week period during the full length semester. Students should expect an increased amount of work each week during the 8 weeks as compared to the same class offered in the full semester. Students are encouraged to work with an academic advisor to be sure their course load is balanced over the course of a given semester. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Class 22428 costs include AJS Course Fee: $2 No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor