Police Science (POLC)

POLC 106 -  Police - Community Relations  (3)  
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Police Academy; Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 101  
(formerly CJ 106)  

An overview of law enforcement community relations and community policing concepts. Will review officer-citizen contacts, problem solving, crime prevention, cultural diversity, sexual harassment, and Americans with Disabilities Act. Review the prohibitions against racial, religious, and ethnic violence.

POLC 112 -  Criminalistics  (4)  
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Police Academy; Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 101  
(formerly CJ 212)  

Laboratory class develops skills in the identification, collection, preservation and presentation of physical evidence. Introduces police photography, including use of the camera, negative and print processing and photo preparation of courtroom presentation.

POLC 221 -  Police Defense Tactics  (5)  
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Police Academy; Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 101  
(formerly CJ 221)  

An overview of law enforcement use of force and defensive tactic concepts. Will review unarmed defense, pressure points, controlled force and impact weapon usage.

POLC 222 -  Police Arsenal and Procedures  (5)  
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Police Academy; Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 101  
(formerly CJ 222)  

An overview of law enforcement use of force and firearms concepts. Review deadly force, police and usage, mental preparation, shooting fundamentals, safe weapons handling and firearms qualifications.

POLC 223 -  Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC)  (3)  
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Police Academy; Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 101  
(formerly CJ 223)  

Presents the concepts and goals of professional driving, i.e. to reduce motor vehicle collision frequency by improving future law enforcement officer’s attitude and skills. Provides a better understanding of the capabilities and limitations of an emergency police vehicle while enhancing student's knowledge and abilities as it relates to safe operation of the vehicle.