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Bert Ouderkirk

Residential Faculty - Administration of Justice

Administration of Justice Studies

Administration of Justice Studies

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Classes Taught

Fall 2019

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: Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27236
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/20/2019 - 12/13/2019
TuTh
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Class Ended

AJS192 Serial Killers And Mass Murderers 3 Credits
The study of serial killers, mass murderers and their victims. Examines the history and frequency of these crimes, profiles the killers and their victims, explores theories of causation, and discusses the problems and techniques of investigation, prosecution, punishment, and prevention. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24119
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/19/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended

Notes: Class 24119 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu

AJS213 Evidence Technology/Fingerprints 3 Credits
Fundamental principles and processes of fingerprints to include identification, interpretation, and classification. In addition, students will apply fingerprinting latent fingerprint developing, preservation of evidence and the chain of custody. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
38842
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/20/2019 - 12/13/2019
TuTh
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Class Ended

AJS215 Criminalistics: Physical Evidence 3 Credits
The scientific analysis and examination of physical evidence with emphasis on scientific investigation, recognition, collection, and preservation of evidence. Topics include fingerprints, shoe prints, tool marks, firearms identification, paint chips and arson. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26414
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/20/2019 - 12/13/2019
TuTh
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Class Ended

AJS225 Criminology 3 Credits
Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crime and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26908
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/19/2019 - 12/13/2019
MoWeFr
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM

Class Ended

AJS275 Criminal Investigation I 3 Credits
Introduction to the theory of criminal investigation. Examines crime scene procedures, case preparation, interviewing, and basic investigative techniques. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24100
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/19/2019 - 12/13/2019
MoWeFr
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM

Class Ended

24108
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/19/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended

Notes: Class 24108 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu

24116
Dobson Campus
Lecture
08/19/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended

Notes: Class 24116 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2019

AJS112 Wellness For Law Enforcement Officers 3 Credits
The value of physical fitness in law enforcement and the basic elements of strength training, aerobic conditioning, flexibility, nutrition, and back injury prevention. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26801
MC OFFSITE
MPD
Lecture/Lab
09/03/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended
AJS123 Ethics and the Administration of Justice 3 Credits
Introduces and explores ethical issues and the justice system. Focuses on ethics and the law, the police, courts and corrections. Reviews ethical theory, concepts and practices as they relate to administration of justice. Explores issues of how media/social media shape ethics. Encourages critical thinking and value decision making in criminal justice system situations. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26802
MC OFFSITE
MPD
Lecture
09/03/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended
AJS230 The Police Function 3 Credits
Theories of procedures and methods of operations of public police with emphasis on discretionary powers available to the working police officer. Career opportunities and current trends in law enforcement presented. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26803
MC OFFSITE
MPD
Lecture
09/03/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended
AJS240 The Correction Function 3 Credits
Examines the history and development of correctional theories and institutions. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26804
MC OFFSITE
MPD
Lecture
09/03/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended
AJS270 Community Relations 3 Credits
Examination, recognition and understanding of community problems; community action programs; methods of coping with human behavior, victimology, conflict and communication; ethnic and minority cultures and environments; the community and relationships with the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26805
MC OFFSITE
MPD
Lecture
09/03/2019 - 12/13/2019

Class Ended

Winter Intersession 2019

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: Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26954
Dobson Campus
Lecture
12/16/2019 - 01/10/2020

Closed

Notes: Class 26954 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu
Winter Intersession Classes

AJS225 Criminology 3 Credits
Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crime and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26955
Dobson Campus
Lecture
12/16/2019 - 01/10/2020

Open

11 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: Class 26955 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu
Winter Intersession Classes

Spring 2020

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: Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27682
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020
MoWe
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Open

20 of 34
Seats Available

24927
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020

Open

12 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: Class 24927 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu

AJS192 Serial Killers And Mass Murderers 3 Credits
The study of serial killers, mass murderers and their victims. Examines the history and frequency of these crimes, profiles the killers and their victims, explores theories of causation, and discusses the problems and techniques of investigation, prosecution, punishment, and prevention. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24921
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020

Closed

Notes: Class 24921 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu

AJS213 Evidence Technology/Fingerprints 3 Credits
Fundamental principles and processes of fingerprints to include identification, interpretation, and classification. In addition, students will apply fingerprinting latent fingerprint developing, preservation of evidence and the chain of custody. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
36512
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/14/2020 - 05/08/2020
TuTh
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Open

21 of 28
Seats Available

AJS225 Criminology 3 Credits
Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crime and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24922
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/14/2020 - 05/08/2020
TuTh
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Open

20 of 28
Seats Available

AJS258 Victimology and Crisis Management 3 Credits
Victimology, the criminal justice system, techniques of crisis intervention, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, the role of substance abuse, effective coping skills, appropriate community resources and the responsiveness of the justice system. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social & Behavioral Sciences [SB] 
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24892
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020
MoWe
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Open

17 of 34
Seats Available

AJS275 Criminal Investigation I 3 Credits
Introduction to the theory of criminal investigation. Examines crime scene procedures, case preparation, interviewing, and basic investigative techniques. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24919
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/13/2020 - 05/08/2020

Open

4 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: Class 24919 Online classes are conducted exclusively via the Internet. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on www.mesacc.edu/elearning/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at: bert.ouderkirk@mesacc.edu

27686
Dobson Campus
Lecture
01/14/2020 - 05/08/2020
TuTh
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Open

21 of 28
Seats Available

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