Classes Taught
Fall 2026
| AJS101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Institutions of the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
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16281
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026
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Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| AJS260 | Procedural Criminal Law | 3 Credits | ||||
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Concerned with the understanding of procedural criminal law. Examines the processes and procedures followed by law enforcement, attorneys, and the courts in the apprehension and prosecution of criminal offenders. Examines the rationale underlying major court holdings impacting the criminal justice process, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
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15072
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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