CRJ-462
Human Relations / Families in Crisis
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 .
3.00
CRJ-463 |
Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation |
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 information- gathering 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 . |
3.00 |
CRJ-464
Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
As part of the ACT 120 curriculum this course introduces the basic laws that constitute the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code and their relationship to the work of the police officer . Topics include the legal issues related to occupant safety , in general , and Pennsylvania statutes , in particular .
3.00