Maricopa Community Colleges  AJS117   19886-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
AJS117 19886-20086 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Computer Applications in Criminal Justice
Provides computer literacy in microcomputer applications in various areas of the criminal justice system. Considers availability and uses of hardware and software. Provides hands-on experience with appropriate software which pertains to law enforcement, the courts and corrections.
Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
AJS117   19886-20086 Computer Applications in Criminal Justice
1. Describe the use of computers in the criminal justice system. (I)
2. Describe the various types of computers available. (II)
3. Describe the various hardware and software components of a microcomputer system. (II)
4. Describe the capabilities of the major types of microcomputers. (III)
5. Identify major applications of microcomputers related to criminal justice system. (IV)
6. Explain differences between various agencies' data storage and information availability. (IV)
7. Determine software needs and current availability for criminal investigations, security, and law enforcement operations. (IV, V)
8. Identify sources of information about software, such as government publications and newsletters. (V)
9. Operate a microcomputer. (VI)
10. Use appropriate software programs on a microcomputer. (VI)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
AJS117   19886-20086 Computer Applications in Criminal Justice
    I. Overview of criminal justice uses of computers
      II. Types of computers and how they function
          A. Macrocomputers
          B. Minicomputers
          C. Microcomputers
        III. Microcomputers
            A. Types
            B. Components
          IV. Uses of microcomputers in police work
              A. Data banks access control
              B. Security systems computer applications
              C. Models for simulation and planning
              D. Correlating investigation data with other agencies
              E. Methods of investigation
              F. Methods for criminal evidence analysis
              G. Administrative record keeping
            V. Availability of software programs
                A. Review of commercial programs
                B. Sources of information about new programs
                  1. Newsletters
                  2. Trade magazines
              VI. Using hardware and software (laboratory exercise)
                  A. Familiarization with procedures
                  B. Using software to problem solve
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