CJ 150 Introduction to Policing (5 credits)
Distribution Area Fulfilled General Transfer Elective
Course Description
An examination of the history, philosophy, and current practices and cultural challenges of policing including the social, political, organizational, and legal environments where the police perform their roles in the United States of America.
Course Content
A. A broad range of policing and law enforcement terminology B. Origins and historical evolution of policing, and how that evolution impacts current policy and practice C. Basic patrol procedures, investigative processes, crime control theories/practices, and operations D. The law enforcement department organizations, special units, and administration structure from local to federal levels E. Various policing agencies F.Understanding how discretion, ethics, accountability, professional conduct, corruption, police culture, sub-cultures, trauma exposure, and integrity shape and impact modern law enforcement. G. Psychological, physical, and physiological impact of being a law enforcement professional H. How diversity inequities, bias in policing, and use-of-force incidents influence civilians and community trust. I. Relationship between politics, crime, the media, and policing in current society J. Legal limitations placed upon the exercise of police powers in the United States of America K. Student’s personal bias’, values and beliefs associated with criminal justice and policing issues L. How technology has evolved and impacted policing M. The impact of the policing policy through an intersectional and multicultural lens
Student Outcomes
1. Analyze the components and processes of the law enforcement system.
2. Communicate perspectives and impacts of the law enforcement system on groups of people through a historical, intersectional, and multicultural lens.
3. Analyze contemporary issues (e.g., social movements, legislation, media) in the law enforcement systems through an intersectional and multicultural lens.
4. Reflect on one’s own positionality and biases and how these topics impact views of the law enforcement system.
Degree Outcomes
Intercultural Engagement: Graduates will critically assess their own attitudes, values and assumptions and consider their impact on individuals and the wider society.
Information Competency: Graduates will be able to seek, find, evaluate and use information and employ information technology to engage in lifelong learning.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
Potential Methods
1. Essay 2. Paper 3. Objective test 4. Presentation 5. Case study 6. Oral test 7. Oral interview 8. Project 9. Assessment Center 10. Lab 11. Self evaluation 12. Peer evaluation 13. Instructor evaluation 14. Portfolio 15. Class discussion
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