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of the United States criminal justice system. Critical analysis of five correctional philosophies
and their impact on correctional systems, processes, case law and client’s rights. Includes a
critical examination of the types of correctional institutions and community-based programs, and
an examination of contemporary correctional issues. Exploration of the diverse career
opportunities available at the city, county, state, and federal levels.

SLOs: Student Learning Outcomes

1. Upon the successful completion of CJ51 (grade C or higher), students will
demonstrate an understanding of the three components of the criminal justice system.
2. Upon the successful completion of CJ51 (grade C or higher), students will be able to
analyze and demonstrate the basic tenets of the five correctional philosophies.

3. Upon the successful completion of CJ51 (grade C or higher), students will
demonstrate an introductory knowledge of rights of the correctional client.

Other Student Learning Objectives:
These topics will be covered in exams, readings and discussion activities.

A. Compare and contrast the five correctional philosophies.
B. Distinguish and examine the roles of the three components of the Criminal Justice
System: Explain the relationship between the police, courts and corrections.
C. Construct a prison model based on control and supervision theories.

D. Assess the significance of race, gender, socioeconomic and ethnicity as they relate to
successful rehabilitation.
E. Identify appropriate steps for an effective correctional process; including intake,
classification, housing, treatment and re-integration into society.

F. Demonstrate an awareness of possible career paths in the various professions within
the field of corrections, including business, education, culinary, counseling, medical and
sworn positions.

G. Assess the significance of AB109 and understand the impact it made for community
corrections in the state of California. (Re-alignment)

H. Demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues in criminal justice, and how to use ethical
reasoning to formulate decisions and promote positive organizational and professional
trust.
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Course Requirements

Students are expected to attend all class sessions (unless no class is scheduled),
participate in all class activities, seminars, discussions and complete exams as

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