Criminal Justice Field of Study and A.A.S. (43.0104 and 43.0107) Uvalde Campus - Limited Course Offerings at Off-Campus Sites
Faculty and Staff
Purpose
The Criminal Justice program provides education and training for students planning careers in federal, state, or local law enforcement. The Criminal Justice Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) program offers students the opportunity to focus on one of two options. The first option, Criminal Justice, is for those students seeking to graduate with an A.A.S. in Criminal Justice. This option will focus on the three core components of the Criminal Justice
Admission Requirements
The Criminal Justice program carries two award options, the two-year A.A.S. degree in Criminal Justice and the A.A.S. Criminal Justice – Basic Peace Officer Option.
Students who wish to pursue the two-year A.A.S. degree must meet all Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements.
Program of Study
| General Education Courses | Credit | |
|---|---|---|
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 6 | |
| Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Natural Science & Math | 3 | |
| Other | 3 | |
| Total General Education Courses | 12 | |
| Technical Education Courses | 45 | |
| Basic Use of Computers | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Program of Study
The Criminal Justice program provides two options for the A.A.S. degree: the Criminal Justice and Basic Peace Officer option.
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| CRIJ 1313 | Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRIJ 1307 | Crime in America | 3 |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1310 | Fundamentals of Criminal Law | 3 |
| CRIJ 1306 | Court Systems and Practices | 3 |
| Elective | Speech Communications | 3 |
| Elective | Humanities and Fine Arts | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 2313 | Correction Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CRIJ 2323 | Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement | 3 |
| CJSA 1400 | Death Investigation I | 4 |
| Elective | College Level Math | 3 |
| Elective | Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| CJLE 1303 | Basic Telecommunications Certification | 3 |
| CRIJ 2314 | Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| CJSA 1330 | Cybercrimes | 3 |
| CJSA 1351 | Use of Force | 3 |
| CJLE 1327 | Interviewing/Report Writing | 3 |
| CRIJ 2328 | Police Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CJSA 22831 | Cooperative Education - Criminal Justice/ | |
| Safety Studies | 2 | |
| Total | 20 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| CRIJ 1313 | Juvenile Justice System | 3 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CRIJ 1307 | Crime in America | 3 |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 1306 | Court Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CRIJ 1310 | Fundamentals of Criminal Law | 3 |
| Elective | Speech Communications | 3 |
| Elective | Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| CRIJ 2313 | Correction Systems and Practices | 3 |
| CRIJ 2323 | Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement | 3 |
| CJSA 1400 | Death Investigation I | 4 |
| Elective | College Level Math | 3 |
| Elective | Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| CJLE 15061 | Basic Peace Officer I | 5 |
| CJLE 15121 | Basic Peace Officer II | 5 |
| CJLE 15181 | Basic Peace Officer III | 5 |
| CJLE 15241,2 | Basic Peace Officer IV | 5 |
| Total | 20 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Student enrolls in TCOLE approved Law Enforcement Academy. Basic Peace Officer sequence option is subject to Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) rules, including criminal history check - see TCOLE enrollment standards below. These courses are eligible for Advanced Placement - see Criminal Justice Advanced Placement Policy below.
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
π All students are required to take EDUC 1300 or COLS 0300; however, EDUC 1300/COLS 0300 do not count toward degree requirements.
Local Articulation Students
Registered Local Articulation students who take equivalent courses while in high school may make the following substitutions for the Associate of Applied Science degree:CJSA 1322 for CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJSA 1312 for CRIJ 1307 Crime in America
CJLE 1303 Basic Telecommunication Certification
TCOLE Enrollment Standards
Students enrolling in the Law Enforcement Academy must comply with TCOLE rules including specifically Rule 217.10 Minimum Standards for Enrollment and Initial Licensure. Failure to comply may result in removal from the course.Criminal Justice Advanced Placement Policy
In order to receive advanced placement credit for academy completion and/or work experience, the applicant must:- Provide appropriate documentation to the College of Applied Sciences Dean.
- Apply for admission and complete at least six additional hours of credit at Southwest Texas Junior College.
CJLE 1506 Basic Peace Officer I 5 hrs.
CJLE 1512 Basic Peace Officer II 5 hrs.
CJLE 1518 Basic Peace Officer III 5 hrs.
CJLE 1524 Basic Peace Officer IV 5 hrs.
Total 20 hrs.
Students who are certified by TCOLE as a “Telecommunications Operator” will receive advanced placement credit (grade of “P”) for the following course:
CJLE 1303 Basic Telecommunication Certification 3 hrs.
Criminal Justice Resources
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Criminal Justice Program Costs
$5,434 for in-state tuition and fees
$11,314 for out-of-state tuition and fees
$2,070 for books and supplies
$8,260 for off-campus room and board
$14,140 for on-campus room and board
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Visit with Your Success Coach
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Cruz O. Mata Crystal City - Monday - Wednesday & Friday Pearsall - Thursday |
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Idalia DeLaCruz |
(830) 374-2828
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Teresa Crow.
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Laura Gloria |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Eva De Anda.
International students, please schedule your appointment with Eva De Anda.
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Areli Fisher |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Alexya M. Herrera.
Veteran students, please choose any Advisor.
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Ana Lisa Conde |
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Luis Ruiz |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Teresa Crow.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
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|
Ana Lisa Conde |
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|
Luis Ruiz |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Teresa Crow.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.