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Historical development, roles, socialization and problems of police work.

Fundamentals of investigation, crime scene search and recording; collection and presentation of physical evidence, scientific aids, sources of information, case preparation, interviews and interrogations; follow-up.

Introduction to the process, structure and forms of legal argument and writing and citation skills.

Exposure to American legal thought, methods of reasoning, and research with a focus on identifying legal issues and developing basic legal research skills.

Introduction to careers in law; preparing and applying for law school.

History and analysis of development in corrections, recent innovations and future correctional systems structure and programs.

American criminal justice system, its development, components, and processes; includes consideration of crime and criminal justice as a formal area of study.

American criminal justice system, its development, components, and processes; includes consideration of crime and criminal justice as a formal area of study.

An overview of the forensic sciences. The role of science in the utilization of physical evidence in matters of criminal and civil law. Emphasis is placed on the value and assistance of modern scientific knowledge to the investigation. Includes laboratory demonstrations and direct experience examining physical evidence. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week.

The Dispatch Training Program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective dispatchers in the field. This program consists of 180 contact hours, including both lecture and hands-on lab/simulation components. In addition to the classroom instruction, students will also participate in five 8-hour sit-along internships, allowing them to apply what they have learned in real-world scenarios. Throughout the course, students will study a variety of topics, including communication skills, call-taking procedures, dispatching techniques, emergency response protocols, and computer-aided dispatch systems. The program is designed to be comprehensive, covering both the theoretical and practical aspects of the field. Upon completion of the Dispatch Training Program, students will have a thorough understanding of the role of a dispatcher and the skills necessary to perform the job effectively. They will also be able to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as effective communication and interpersonal skills. This program is designed to be rigorous and challenging, but also engaging and supportive, with a knowledgeable and experienced faculty who are dedicated to helping students succeed.