Transcript title
Law Enforcement
Credits
3
Grading mode
Standard letter grades
Total contact hours
30
Lecture hours
30
Course Description
Surveys the roles and responsibilities of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies in American society. Looks at historical development, role concept and conflicts, professionalization, current enforcement practices and career opportunities.
Course learning outcomes
1. Identify the foundations which have helped shape modern law enforcement.
2. Recognize the organizational structures of modern police agencies.
3. Describe what new strategies are currently being employed by modern law enforcement agencies.
4. Summarize innovations which have changed how police services are delivered to the public.
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