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Course Name
Long Title
Min Credits
Description
Requisites
CRJ-455
Issues in Private & Corporate Security
3
This course will focus on contemporary issues in security including legal authority and general effects on society . Various segments of the course will explore the branches and functions of security in multiple industry and institutional settings including private industry , business , government and other institutions . A specific segment of the course will be devoted to the analysis of the growing function of security from a management perspective .
CRJ-461
Crisis Mgt / Handling Arrested Persons
3
As part of the ACT 120 curriculum this course prepares police officers for the management of aggressive , dangerous or violent individuals , while focusing on the police officers ' peacekeeping abilities . This course deals with intervention in dispute situations , and the management of disorderly , mentally ill , or psychologically distraught persons . In addition , students learn techniques for handling persons in custody .
CRJ-462
Human Relations / Families in Crisis
3
As part of the ACT 120 curriculum this course addresses issues such as human behavior , interpersonal communication , cultural diversity , stereotypes , and ethnic intimidation . Mandated reporting requirements for bias crimes , the underlying offenses of ethnic intimidation , and information on hate groups that are known to operate in Pennsylvania are included . In addition , some of the major theoretical frameworks for studying families in crisis and in major life style transitions are examined . The course also provides training on an effective law enforcement response to domestic violence calls .
CRJ-463 Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation 3
As part of the ACT 120 curriculum this course is designed to introduce the basic investigative practices related to traffic collisions as well as to explain the initial actions to be taken at an accident scene including traffic direction and control . This course addresses the basic elements of the first responding police officer ' s role and the safe practices related to being the first responder to a hazardous materials incident . The importance of written communication skills in the informationgathering process , preliminary investigation , field note taking , documentation of the crime scene or arrests , and articulation regarding the use of force and official police report writing are emphasized .